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Conscience of a Conservative Paperback – October 30, 2009
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Barry Goldwater
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The Conscience of a Conservative reignited the American conservative movement and made Barry Goldwater a political star. It influenced countless conservatives in the United States, and helped lay the foundation for the Reagan Revolution in 1980. It covers topics such as education, labor unions and policies, civil rights, agricultural policy and farm subsidies, social welfare programs, and income taxation. This significant book lays out the conservative position both politically and economically that would come to dominate the Conservative Movement in American.
- Print length76 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherWilder Publications
- Publication dateOctober 30, 2009
- Dimensions6 x 0.19 x 9 inches
- ISBN-101604598921
- ISBN-13978-1604598926
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- Publisher : Wilder Publications (October 30, 2009)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 76 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1604598921
- ISBN-13 : 978-1604598926
- Item Weight : 4.3 ounces
- Dimensions : 6 x 0.19 x 9 inches
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Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2015
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Let me be clear, I am a progressive liberal who strongly opposes the ideology and policies of Barry Goldwater. However, I think it is intellectually irresponsible to solely read the positions of those with whom you agree. Exposing yourself to opposing viewpoints helps you become a much more well-rounded and less biased thinker. I am glad I exposed myself to the thinking of Barry Goldwater, and I benefited considerably from doing so. In this book, I found the true intellectual foundation of the political right that is all too often warped, skewed, and destroyed by moronic politicians and pundits. Prior to this book, I would perceive pundits or politicians on the right making their fallacious arguments and I thought that the entire political ideology of the right must be devoid of intellect. However, this book has shown me that there truly is an intellectual philosophy of the political right, regardless of however much I disagree with it. Besides exposing me to an intellectually sound conservative philosophy, I found the substance of Goldwater's arguments to sometimes call my own liberal positions into doubt. I overwhelmingly disagree with Goldwater's positions, however I found several topics about which he pointed out genuine liberal inconsistencies. In particular, his comments on labor unions have certainly called into doubt the unwavering support I had previously granted big labor. In sum, I highly recommend this book to liberals and conservatives alike.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2016
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Full disclosure: I am not a Conservative, or a Republican, or a Liberal, or a Democrat. I am an Independent voter, from the DC Metro area (where National news *are* our local news), and I vote exclusively on the issues and who I believe can best handle them, meaning I've voted a split-ticket many times.
Given the current political landscape, I was drawn to further research this politician I've heard a mixed-bag of discourse about. Barry Goldwater's curious path through decades of dramatic social and political change is the kind of story a novelist wouldn't dream of trying to sell - it's that fantastic. His larger than life character is what is, perhaps, best remembered, especially his rants and outbursts on the campaign trail that may have cost him the presidency, and the support of his own party. Given that simple description, it's no wonder that some talking heads are comparing a certain current presidential candidate to the powerhouse that was Barry Goldwater.
But what is lacking in that comparison, and what Goldwater's "Conscience of a Conservative" highlights so well, is the underlying, deep-seated, thoughtful and intelligent prose of a man obviously full of conviction. His knowledge of the Constitution, and his desire to not trample on it is unyielding. He's not unreasonable, as so many would have us believe. He acknowledges that certain aspects of life are not what they should be in the late 50s. But he suggests - nay, he commands, that the path to rectifying these situations must be through the proper paths laid out by the Constitution. Admittedly, when he wrote, he was much more eloquent than when he seemed to get overly excited on the campaign trail.
I adored the majority of this book. Whether I agreed with his views or not, it was obvious they were well thought out and intelligent. I could see why his arguments might make sense. I did become frustrated towards the end of the book. His views on anti-communism, while sound, seemed to go off on quite a passionate tangent - almost to the point of a rant. Reminded me of what happens with many publications by well-known political figures: their agenda gets the best of them at some point, and without an editor reeling them in, the tangent takes over. He has some interesting commentary during this section about negotiations, which you almost wonder if some of today's politicians have snatched up verbatim to use regarding current events.
I highly recommend this book to anyone planning to cast a ballot - ever. I think it's important to be an informed voter, and Goldwater can teach all of us a few things about the Constitution.
Given the current political landscape, I was drawn to further research this politician I've heard a mixed-bag of discourse about. Barry Goldwater's curious path through decades of dramatic social and political change is the kind of story a novelist wouldn't dream of trying to sell - it's that fantastic. His larger than life character is what is, perhaps, best remembered, especially his rants and outbursts on the campaign trail that may have cost him the presidency, and the support of his own party. Given that simple description, it's no wonder that some talking heads are comparing a certain current presidential candidate to the powerhouse that was Barry Goldwater.
But what is lacking in that comparison, and what Goldwater's "Conscience of a Conservative" highlights so well, is the underlying, deep-seated, thoughtful and intelligent prose of a man obviously full of conviction. His knowledge of the Constitution, and his desire to not trample on it is unyielding. He's not unreasonable, as so many would have us believe. He acknowledges that certain aspects of life are not what they should be in the late 50s. But he suggests - nay, he commands, that the path to rectifying these situations must be through the proper paths laid out by the Constitution. Admittedly, when he wrote, he was much more eloquent than when he seemed to get overly excited on the campaign trail.
I adored the majority of this book. Whether I agreed with his views or not, it was obvious they were well thought out and intelligent. I could see why his arguments might make sense. I did become frustrated towards the end of the book. His views on anti-communism, while sound, seemed to go off on quite a passionate tangent - almost to the point of a rant. Reminded me of what happens with many publications by well-known political figures: their agenda gets the best of them at some point, and without an editor reeling them in, the tangent takes over. He has some interesting commentary during this section about negotiations, which you almost wonder if some of today's politicians have snatched up verbatim to use regarding current events.
I highly recommend this book to anyone planning to cast a ballot - ever. I think it's important to be an informed voter, and Goldwater can teach all of us a few things about the Constitution.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2021
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In this small tract, Goldwater lays out the policy choices he would have made as president. The book radiates common sense and his ideas are spelled out in sufficient detail for the reader to understand the logic behind them. As I was reading this tract I began to think that everyone who runs for president should be obliged to produce a similar work. In it, a candidate would enumerate his or her beliefs with their corresponding arguments in support of their choices. No vague generalizations; just opinions and their corresponding reasoning. Most of the websites candidates maintain make a skimpy attempt at doing this, but in the end, only deliver just a bit more than soundbites.
This is an instructive read even for those who oppose conservative ideas.
This is an instructive read even for those who oppose conservative ideas.
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Mr A Bowater
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Must Read Classic
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2016Verified Purchase
This is one of the best written political philosophy books I have read and for those who normally find such books stodgy and hard work, this is one for you.
Barry Goldwater clearly expounds the core principles of US constitutional conservatism that has dominated movement conservatism since Barry Goldwater's own ill-fated run for the White House in 1964.
For British conservatives, this book does have a lot of relevance despite its consistent reference to the US Constitution as it forms an important part of understanding how classical liberalism began to reemerge in the 1960's and would, under Reagan and Thatcher, become the dominant political economic theory from the 1980's to the present day.
Barry Goldwater clearly expounds the core principles of US constitutional conservatism that has dominated movement conservatism since Barry Goldwater's own ill-fated run for the White House in 1964.
For British conservatives, this book does have a lot of relevance despite its consistent reference to the US Constitution as it forms an important part of understanding how classical liberalism began to reemerge in the 1960's and would, under Reagan and Thatcher, become the dominant political economic theory from the 1980's to the present day.
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Amazing book changed my life I am now a hardcore ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 25, 2017Verified Purchase
Amazing book changed my life I am now a hardcore libertarian- however disagree with the small nuclear weaponisation proposed by Goldwater yet it is a very interesting take on an alternative solution to the Cold War at the time.
Paladin
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Clear, Concise, Confrontational!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2016Verified Purchase
Always curious about what Goldwater stood for. Now I know! A crystal-clear manifesto!
Gerard Slater
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Read and think
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2014Verified Purchase
A seminal statement of modern conservatism from an individual who stood his ground. Reading need not lead to agreeing but it certainly will inform and challenge.
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Conservadorismo na veia
Reviewed in Brazil on March 11, 2018Verified Purchase
Barry Goldwater faz um panorama interessantíssimo da mentalidade conservadora e sua experiência política buscando praticar essa teoria. Um dos livros mais importantes da política, seu fracasso na eleição presidencial americana em 1964 não significou o fim de seu pensamento, mas um balão de ensaio para o governo Reagan. De todo o livro, creio que o capítulo sobre o trabalhismo e sindicatos o mais interessante. Além, é claro, de dar muito suporte às ações de Donald Trump. Vale a leitura!









