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Summary: An eye-opener
Review: I have to admit that I was skeptical of the claims this book made, but I soon read it from cover-to-cover. Franken's claims about the dishonesty of various conservatives (O'Reilly, Coulter) are painstakingly documented. He even draws some laughs when he points out how these writers will distort data to suit their argument.Obviously, liberals will tell you this is the Holy Grail of Wisdom and conservatives will tell you that this book is just another pack of liberal lies. Let me make a common-sense observation: FoxNews filed a frivolous lawsuit in order to delay the release of the book. Their network and commentators are some of Franken's targets. Think about it. If FoxNews is willing to file a silly lawsuit over the phrase "Fair & Balanced", then they most certainly will file a libel lawsuit for monetary damages if any of Franken's accusations are untrue. That way, they will be able to squeeze every dime of profit from the book sales, embarrass Franken, and restore their tarnished image. So where's the lawsuit accusing Franken of libel? Every day that passes is another indication that Franken's book is indeed factual, which means you should read it if you are interested in the truth.
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Summary: Very funny AND thought provoking...a must read
Review: I have to admit up front...I'm a proud Democrat. A previous reviewer (who gave only 3 stars1) thought this book was more of a morale booster for Democrats than anything else...and he's right. Somewhat right. This book is really funny but it also helps bring to light just how ferocious and evil many of the Republican party operatives are. Al Franken tells it like many elected Democrats wish they could. He accurately portrays elected Republicans for what many are (not all but very many)-- lying liars who have really perfected the art of using the so-called "liberal" media to advance their campaigns of lies. Franken rightly concludes with a very simple yet important call to action -- fight Republicans with the truth by throwing the lies back into their face. The problem is that its a hard concept to stomach when its apparent that Republicans have won many elections since '96 using the the slash and burn campaigns of lies. We can only hope that as the truth about Republican policies and their failures become more and more apparent and the deficits continue to grow and the jobs continue to go overseas that many independents will acknowledge Democrats as the true protectors of freedom and justice for all -- not just a select few.
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Summary: Wow... is all I can say...
Review: I have to admit, I thought this book would be humorous, or course, but... wow... it has really opened my eyes to things I have not thought of or knew. I kept thinking that there was something wrong with me, since Bill O and Fox news sounded so logical at times. It's very refreshing, and a bit shocking to learn differently. I am especially grateful that Al backs up every claim with proof. I've always been somewhat doubtful about radio shows... such as Hannity... that can spew off numbers and facts, that I just have to swallow because I am listening. Please read the book. :)
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Summary: Washed up nerd
Review: I have to agree with a previous reviewer. These are the rantings of a bitter, pathetic nerd. Al would do best to sit on his Stuart Smalley laurels and stay out of political discussions. I suggest he and his self-important Hollywood chums meditate on the old adage, "Better to remain silent and appear the fool. . . ", this book leaves no doubt.
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Summary: Makes great toliet paper!!! But bad reading
Review: I have to give it 1 star for the writing, it was horrible, he humurously spins every point he doesnt agree with, instead of logicaly proving his opponents false or at the least he could of gone for the strawman attack, but he didn't. Why? you ask. Its because hes another comedian like Michael Moore who can not come up with valid real world solutions, instead they spin facts and phrases and poke fun at them, and LIBERALS EAT IT UP! its what they love to hear. Maybe if I went to one of the those clown colleges like Berkley I too would enjoy this book. But I give it 3 stars for the toliet paper aspect.
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Summary: This Book is Great! Truth and Humor!
Review: I have to hand it to Al, he tells it like it is, without lieing! The people he talks about in this book have been exposed agin! Reading parts of this book on a long drive with my husband, kept us laughing and yelling "Right On , AL!!!" all the way to our next state!
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Summary: A New Democrat
Review: I have to start this review by admitting that I voted for George Bush. A year ago, I would have considered myself a die hard Republican. But, what a difference a year makes. It all started with "Bowling for Columbine" and Michael Moore's look into the American culture of fear. Something with that movie resonated with me. It got me thinking on a more basic level about the things I believe in. Enter "Al Franken: Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them." This book has helped me to even further sort out many of the things I hold as important. This book is funny, entertaining, educational, and at times a bit twisted (kidding on the square--read the book, you'll understand). For my money, the chapter on Bob Jones University is worth the price of the book by itself. I'm still trying to keep an open mind with view to the two major political parties in this country. This book does help balance out a lot of what the right has put in my mind. If you are a Republican, I challenge you to read it just to gain some perspective. If you are a Democrat, read it for the great writing. And as there doesn't seem to be any reviews of this book yet, I am hopefully going to have the proud distinction of being the first. Excellent book, Mr. Franken, from a new fan!!
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Summary: Thank Bill O'Rielly
Review: I have to thank Bill O'Rielly and the people at Fox for putting aside the first amendment and suing Al Franken and his publisher. Had they not pulled that media stunt, I never would have heard of this book. Al may not be the most respected political commentator around but he does expose many "conservative" commentators for the bullies they really are. Al's another one of those guys that conservatrives wont like or agree with but thet can take some lessons from him about how to go about disagreeing without coming off like a sanctimonious lout. Bill?
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Summary: Fair and Balanced Review
Review: I have/have not read the book because it has/has not been released yet. It was good/bad and I really liked/disliked it. I don't think any parody of the right/left is fair/unfair or balanced/unbalanced. Read it! You might like/dislike it a lot (or a little). Fair and balance.
Can I use that term?
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Summary: Extremely informative, very interesting and funny
Review: I haven't been interested in politics for the longest time. I just became more involved since I started seeing some subtle but not unnoticeable changes in the mood and attitude of this nation. Then, realizing how these changes could affect my life, I started reading and inquiring more and more about what was going on in the political arena. Well, since then, I've been amazed by how a group of people (in this case from the right, but what really matter is their attitude rather than their ideology) have been able to monopolize and manipulate the public opinion of the US without really leaving any room for dissent. And what is even more amazing for me is the fact that the reasons why this group of people are now so powerful are mainly bogus, fake, lies. I did not know Al Franken before I heard of the lawsuit. I should thank Fox for spreading the word. But I guess they really did not want that to happen. So I'll just give my congratulations to Al Franken for his witty and inquisitive writing and, above all, for his and his team's perseverance and diligence in researching the facts to disprove some big fat lies that this group of people have been using to gain more and more power. Oh, and last but not least...it's funny!
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