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Screwed: The Undeclared War Against the Middle Class - And What We Can Do about It (BK Currents (Paperback))
by Thom Hartmann
from Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Customer Reviews:
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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 
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overly gracious reviews 
Given the amount of praise written here in the reviews I think it would be fair to say that this book must preselect its audience. I did not find this book enlightening. Not that it did not have many good points it certainly did. I was just amazed at the flood of sloppy assumptions and illogical conclusions that it presented. Much of the evidence for arguments provided in the book relies on quotations from someone else. Should I assume that their (whomever being quoted) statement it a fact? The book spins... more info
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Timely defense of democracy and regulations 
"Screwed," by Thom Hartman
Book Review
October 13, 2008
By George Fulmore
With the recent financial turmoil (Oct 2008), the word "socialism" is being thrown around like the word "communism" was being used in the `50's. "Socialism" is being used in opposition to increased oversight and regulation by the federal government. But Hartmann uses the term "cronyism" as a retort to claims of "socialism." He says the former is much better in describing the economic policies during the George... more info
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Thom provides a readable explanation of a complex subject, so timely in today's economic climate
Thom reveals the history of this country and how our economy has devolved away from the intentions of the founders. He explains how democracy is dependent on a strong middle class and that the founders created it to prevent the moneyed and powerful from controlling government. The book was an eye opener, illuminating, exciting, and empowering. Very easy reading. This is particularly important given our current economic crisis. It provides context for a productive society and hope for changes. We can do... more info
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Hartmann is Brilliant
Thom Hartmann's Screwed is must reading by everyone who isn't a right wing nut. In easy to understand language, Hartmann debunks right wing myths about Liberals and progressives using facts and history, not emotional mantra.
He's on Sirius Radio each day, and he'll take on any Neo-con and every issue and argue intelligently for the need for liberal/progressive politics in America, and he shows the historical and constitutional basis for all his agrguments. All of his works are a must read. I give this... more info
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