The Ten Things You Can't Say in America

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Summary: Larry Elder: The Surviving Homo sapien with Common Sense
Review: Larry Elder presents the reality of this nation's disorder in such an obvious and everyday example of common sense, that you begin to wonder if he's a surviving human being with the ability to think! The examples he picks up are captivating: some of the supporting details for his best points are humorous, some make you think, and some disgust you. Did you know that Republicans were called "white boys" by former Vice President Al Gore's presidential campaign manager Donna Brazile, and that black Republicans were attacked as people with no love and no joy who would rather take pictures with black children than feed thim? Why do you think blacks are frequently called African-Americans, but Michael Dukakis isn't known as a "Greek-American", Antonin Scalia isn't known as an "Italian-American" and Henry Kissinger isn't known as a "German-American"
Larry Elder's points-of-views may sound shocking to many blinded liberals, but to an intelligent person they ring with a common sense that points out the ridiculous stupidity in society.

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Summary: There is no beating around the bush here.
Review: I came to know Larry Elder through his talk show out of LA and have not found someone that comes closer to my political postitions as he does. Larry is an avid Libertarian preaching fiscal conservativism and social Liberalism with the idea that the Government that governs least governs best. Larry Elder is brilliant. He has no regard for political correctness. All his ideas are well thought out and backed up with mounds of evidence and witty anecdotes.

The book tackles some issues that few have ever been brave enough to. Things like Black racism, media bias, the welfare state, and the real deal with illegal drugs. Larry does it in a way no one else is brave enough to attempt either. He names names and calls them outright for the things they say and do. People like Jesse Jackson, Al Gore, and handfulls of others who go untouched by the liberal media.

I was surprised at how inspiring Mr. Elder could be. He bashes the simple idea that each person is responsible for their own lives and blaming others for the problems around you only makes those problems worse.

The first chapter ends with a "Personal Pledge" of 32 "Affirmative Attitude" little quotes that would really help everyone out if they replaced Affirmative Action, something Elder has the biggest problem with. These 32 include

1."There is no excuse for lack of effort."
7."Ambition is the key to growth."
18."I will no seek immediate results, as I understand life is a journey and not a destination."

After reading the first chapter I had that great feeling that I could take on the world. Books that really motivate that aren't billed as motivational are truly rare.

For those for aren't afraid of hearing things the way they really are.

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Summary: Why I Bought 13 Copies,.... So Far
Review: Since I'm from the East I did not know who Larry Elder was; I was intrigued by the title and bought the book out of curiosity. What I found was one of the best political narratives I have ever read.

While some/most books on public policy can be dry, Larry Elder is masterful at intriguing you with his point of view. Whether you agree with him or not, you will appreciate and respect Mr. Elder's comprehensive arguments.

I have been a politically-active conservative for 10 years, and enjoyed this book. Of the 12 politically-naive people I provided with this book, most have enjoyed it too. You will not go wrong with Larry Elder's book; I am looking forward to his next ten chapters.

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Summary: Politically correct takes it on the chin
Review: How Larry Elder managed to ever be on the radio and say what he says is nothing short of amazing. He is far more Libertarian than the mainline Republican Rush Limbaugh, and says things that make his show more shock radio than Howard Stern. Elder contends that black Americans are more racist than white Americans, that guns save people's lives and that illegitimacy is the BIGGEST problem facing all of us. He is the personification of Politically Incorrect. And he is practically invisible; a black conservative. How many of those can you count on the fingers of one hand? (...)P>Elder points out (no surprise here) the liberal slant of the media and how they have forbidden frank talk about these issues, or have muted the conservative point of view to a dull whisper. Meanwhile, kids are raised without fathers and don't acquire the right social skills to become responsible adults, and the focus on a mostly imaginary racism deflects work on real issues like education, family structure and reducing the number of people who end up in jail for one reason or another (the war on drugs being another piece of idiocy.)

Elder is a true libertarian, meaning he favors personal responsibility, economic freedom and few social support programs. He provides figures and reasoning behind the failure of the social welfare system and he says the unsayable, over and over again.

It's been recently proposed to the UN that the US somehow make reparations for slavery that occurred 200 years ago. (...) Mr. Elder's book is a breath of fresh air into the argument. It's a great read.

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Summary: Larry Tells It Like It Is!
Review: I loved this book and couldn't put it down. The first two chapters on race are the absolute best. Filled with current events, a little bit of background history and facts that are not the least bit boring to read.
The only critisism I could come up with is he slightly bashes JFK Jr. for not being extremely bright or acomplished. I wonder how he got off on that brief tangent?
Anyway, you will never look at things like race, the war on drugs, health care and the media the same way again after you read Larry's perspective. I'm reading it for the second time.

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Summary: Well documented, insightful; a forceful Libertarian view
Review: I'll admit it. I absolutely LOVE books that blow the commonly espoused views of the media to smithereens. In that regard, this one by Larry Elder, author and talk show host, gets an A+.

"The Ten Things You Can't Say in America" takes a look at a number of issues at the forefront of political discourse: black/white prejudice, media bias, the health care "crisis," welfare, drugs and gun control, to name a few. Supported by an amazingly comprehensive reference base of notes, Mr. Elder calls on speeches, newspaper articles, quotes from TV news anchors, and even his own conversations, to highlight all the information the media leave out in spinning the news. This is the stuff we ought to be hearing about, but don't get to because too many in the media don't have the backbone to report it. I happen to have lots of respect for those, like Mr. Elder, who can take an unpopular stand and argue it well. His philosophy is sound, though strident at times, and he makes many excellent points. My only criticism is that the author is too condescending in his use of derogatory terms to describe those who hold views contrary to his. If his tone had been more respectful (as opposed to "talking down") I'd have given his book five stars without a second thought. Still, Mr. Elder has a voice, and I support his right to use it as he pleases.

I truly believe that the strict Libertarian view expressed in "The Ten Things ..." should be considered by everyone, but I imagine that hard-core followers of liberal platforms are going to have a hard time with this. All told, I give a big thumbs up to a guy who's not afraid to make a case for facts which fly in the face of conventional "wisdom."

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Summary: Surprisingly Insightful
Review: Whether you consider yourself a liberal or a conservative, this book by Mr. Elder is sure to have you re-examine your views on issues that face us each day. From our educational system to Social Security; Foreign Aid to Corporate Welfare/Social Welfare; Gun control to Campaign Finance Reform, Mr. Elder gives an insightful perspective as to the LIBERTARIAN take on these issues. Whether you agree or not, you must give due credit to his research and opinion.

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Summary: A Must-Read For All Of Us
Review: This is the man who should be hosting "Politically Incorrect," not that moron Bill Maher, who claims to be a Libertarian; Larry is the real deal.

Larry Elder exposes the hyprocrisy that for so long has not been questioned because of the "PC Police" and which unfortunately has become a part of our American fabric.

He takes on some of the TRUE hyprocritical "leaders" of our society -- like Jesse Jackson and Kweisi Mfume.

Thank God for Larry Elder! He has opened many, many eyes and minds.

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Summary: Finally a black role model for all Americans
Review: I have a very hard time pointing out black males I'd be proud to call my personal role model. Larry Elder almost makes up for the Jesse Jackson/Al Sharpton types with his common sense thoughts and arguments. This book fits right in with what I believe and exposes much of the mumbo jumbo "whine until you win" style tactics practiced by the left in America today.

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Summary: A man who doesn't BS!
Review: I am appalled at the two reviewers who claimed this man as a hypocritical conservative. Because in the book, Elder in fact points out the hypocrisy of BOTH Democrats AND Republicans! He is more a Libertarian in that sense, as well as I am.

Elder points out the resources we waste be fighting the war on drugs. The government has no right to tell you what you can and can't do with your body, yet they make drugs illegal. I bet it is probably tied in with money, but they (the burecrats) never point that out. Eating and spending too much time at your job can put a strain on your family as well. How come we don't have any so called "War on Working Overtime" or "War on Overeating"? Doesn't make sense.

I do agree with Elder that the blacks tend to be more racist than whites. But he did not mention that the KKK is still alive and powerful even today, now going after gays as well as blacks, Jews, Catholics, and anyone else that doesn't fit in the screwed up mindset of the Hillbilly KKK members.

Needless to say, this is a book. It is even better than Rush Limnbaugh, because Limbaugh is a conservative, and his opinions are bias against anyone not conservative. Elder is NOT Liberal, either. He is LIBERTARIAN, and yes there is a difference! Read this book, and learn why America is so out of whack.