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Summary: Interesting reading, even if biased
Review: I would agree that Moore's book might go too far at some points. It clearly takes an extreme view of things that is at times too strong and might actually be taken as a joke. But unfortunately we don't live in a virtual world and many things in this book are painfully true. I would agree too that other books will provide a non less critical view of the USA on more balanced grounds. That's true. But sometimes we need some strong reminder that things are not so perfect and clean and that the world needs a lot of changes. Some reviewers see Moore's views as "anti-american" but that would be unfair too. Many things need to be changed and one is obvious: to be able to reach a more diverse array of information sources. Moore's book might be painful because it tells so many truths, even if biased and at some points exaggerated. But watching FOX news is not less painful in being completely biased towards disinformation and right-handed views. The recent war is just an example. We start from a situation where no explanation has been provided concerning the terrible failure of intelligence agencies to stop terrorist attacks (just forget about it!). The government claims that strong links exist between Iraq's government and the terrorists (the links were more obvious for other "friend" countries). Then it turns out that there is no evidence but ... they have weapons of mass destruction! Then there was no such evidence but ... let's march to war. And finally the reason for the war is that Saddam was such a bad guy... (who supported him sometime ago? Who suported him when he dropped chemical weapons against the kurds?). Are we so stupid to forget all this? Keep in mind that none of the extreme views is probably rigth and read the book with an open mind. It can help you having a better perspective of what needs to be changed. At times refreshing, at times funny and at times biased. I guess Moore's style inevitably includes provocation. But we are not stupid and can learn something, perhaps asking ourselves what to do.
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Summary: A Fresh Breath of Air
Review: "Stupid White Men... and Other Sorry Excuses for the State of the Nation", is a book by Michael Moore. This book was obviously intended for the more liberal of us, seeing as it has a list of the most vulnerable republicans in congress and the senate. This book mostly talks about how stupid white men have [messed] up this great nation, and how they've managed to do it. Michael Moore rags on everything he can get his hands on, such as George W., the educational system (240 school districts in 31 states have sold their soda rights), and of course the politicians. My favorite part of this book was when he talks about a high school student in Texas, who on "Coke Day" at his school wore a Pepsi t-shirt, and was suspended for it. I also found it hilarious how Pepsi promptly sent him crates of Pepsi hats and shirts. I would definitely recommend this book to readers everywhere. I enjoyed Moore's sense of humor; he jokes around about the stuff some of us think is too controversial to mention to our closest friend. Mike's alternative viewpoints on matters full of hilarious tongue in cheek humor (like putting quotes around "president" every time he refers to "W") are like a fresh breath of air, after inhaling the exhaust pipe of conservative opinions running this country. This book is a great way to get away from censored opinions, which are always just so politically correct.
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Summary: Good Modern Socialist Insight
Review: The modus operandi of liberals when writing a book review is to read a partial chapter by a conservative title and then rip it to shreds. I actually read Moore's book and while it sickened me to give this man a dime of my money I think the money was well spent. It gave me, a flag waving, God-fearing, Newt Gingrich loving, Republican and US Marine a better insight into the liberal mind. By far the best chapter in this book is the last chapter because I felt it was the most honest. The take home message of all of the book is, 'Bush stole the election and we are pissed,' however that last chapter stopped playing the blame game and provided some real introspection on why Gore lost and the weakness of the Democratic Party. Another aspect of the book which I appreciated is that Moore did on several occasions offer solutions to problems rather than just complain as is the habit of most so-called progressives. For example the Ghandi-MLK strategy for the Palestinians and Middle East peace idea was interesting. However the "I hate myself for being white" schtick got old really fast and his rants about loving Black people came off as insincere and simply elitist. He comes down hard on corporations but I expected that and his love of the labor movement does not mention how those unions destroy the very same jobs they endeavor to protect by forcing them overseas for theeir own survival. This book gives liberals a much needed rallying point on a dying cause.
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Summary: American dream seen from other perspective
Review: Provocative book which hopefully will awaken some people from the dream they are in. It does not need to be 100% correct; it is enough that it wakes you to think about your living. I always thought it funny how Americans identify with good things about their system and deny bad ones.
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Summary: Pretty irrelevant in a post 9/11 world
Review: I think Michael Moore is a great writer in his columns, and I thoroughly enjoyed "Bowling for Columbine." But I hated this book and couldn't get all the way through it.
The book is written pre-September 11, and thus seems incredibly out-of-date, and I daresay, completely irrelevant. There is no update in the paperback version. Moore's screeching diatribes that there are no differences between Democrats and Republicans (and that Ralph Nader is our savior??? Spare me!!) seem completely out-of-touch given the post-9/11 "war on terrorism" and Republican-led attacks on civil liberties, civil rights, and complete destruction of U.S. credibility in foreign policy. His argument that there are no differences between Bush and Gore just don't ring true given what the Bush Administration has done in the name of "security." Moore also ignores broader matters such as the environment, health/medical rights, race relations, and gender issues. If you want to read a great book about how corporatization is destroying America, check out "Fast Food Nation" by Eric Schlosser....
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Summary: An entertaining, irreverent intro to political books
Review: I doubt many right-wing types will be reading this book, but I enjoyed Moore's conversational tone and thorough research. His direct writing style and obvious passion for the subject bring to mind Palast's The Best Democracy Money Can Buy and Schlosser's Fast Food Nation. I really enjoyed his chapters on Ralph Nader and the vote-swapping strategy (as one who was disappointed so many lefties voted for Nader and not Gore). I'm not convinced of the correctness of his position, but his was the most coherent articulation that I've heard for why liberals should have voted for Nader and not Gore. I was a bit bored by his chapter about women--seemed a bit too laudatory and consequently, somewhat disingenuous. Or maybe I'm not used to hearing men speak of women in such unabashedly glowing terms. At any rate, Moore's is an important political voice and definitely worth reading.
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Summary: Get this book now -- proven therapeutic value!
Review: In these times, when one if afraid of getting a heart attack after yet another televised "event", this book helps to achieve some inner piece through laughter. The current ruling "thiefs" are so clearly helpless and clueless, they're inviting the ridicule. Indeed, laughter is the best medicine and Michael Moore surely knows that it's also a great weapon. Rock on, Mike!
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Summary: Roger Moore??
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To quote Roger Moore "I always assume that only 10 to 20 percent of people who read my books or see my films will take the facts and hard-core analysis and do something with it." - Sorry, but I thought the author's name was Michael Moore!!! Have you even read this book?
Stupid White Men is a classic read - if you chose this book, you won't be able to put it down. Michael Moore (or should I say Roger?) is a genius. Stuff God Save America - it should be God Save Michael Moore!!
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Summary: Completely Ficticious and Ridiculous
Review: There is absolutely no entertainment value in this book at all.
Just a bunch of complaining about something that hasn't gone his way. He is completely wrong about everything. The book is just full of hate. It is neither funny nor true.
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Summary: Uncomfortable...familiar
Review: Question - is this a book for British readers? Well I am a man, white and probably stupid! So it is certainly for me. But it is about the USA - that great nation across the sea. Our closest ally...birthplace of childhood heroes - John Wayne, Lucy and Mr. Ed. So yes, it is for us. And it is an essential read; funny and terrifying at the same time. There are also warning signs for Britain. How long before Coca Cola dominate our education system? How long before we know everything about our celebs but forget who Shakespeare is? Or who is President of The USA? - now there's a thought. How long before our main political parties become indistinguishable from each other? Hmmm. As you would expect from Michael Moore it is entertaining, informative and readable. Buy it now.
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