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The people of the United States, according to author and filmmaker Michael Moore (Bowling for Columbine, Stupid White Men), have been hoodwinked. Tricked, he says, by Republican lawmakers and their wealthy corporate pals who use a combination of concocted bogeymen and lies to stay rich and in control. But while plenty of liberal scholars, entertainers, and pundits have made similar arguments in book form, Moore's Dude, Where's My Country? stands out for its thoroughly positive perspective. Granted, Moore is angry and has harsh words for George W. Bush and his fellow conservatives concerning the reasoning behind going to war in Iraq, the collapse of Enron and other companies, and the relationship between the Bushes, the Saudi Arabian government, and Osama bin Laden. But his book is intended to serve as a handbook for how people with liberal opinions (which is most of America, Moore contends, whether they call themselves "liberals" or not) can take back their country from the conservative forces in power. Moore uses his trademark brand of confrontational, exasperated humor skillfully as he offers a primer on how to change the worldview of one's annoying conservative blowhard brother-in-law, and he crafts a surprisingly thorough "Draft Oprah for President" movement. Refreshingly, Dude, Where's My Country? avoids being completely one-sided, offering up areas where Moore believes Republicans get it right as well as some cutting criticisms of his fellow lefties. Such allowances, brief though they may be, make one long for a political climate where the shouting polemicists on both sides would see a few more shades of gray. Dude, Where's My Country? is a little bit scattered, as Moore tries to cram opinions on Iraq, tax cuts, corporate welfare, Wesley Clark, and the Patriot Act into one slim volume--and the penchant to go for a laugh sometimes gets in the way of clear arguments. But such variety also gives the reader more Moore, providing a broader range of his bewildered, enraged, yet stalwartly upbeat point of view. --John Moe
COMMENTS by readers / customers:
- SELF LOATHING AND CRAP! CALLS GOOD EVIL & EVIL GOOD.
(Rating: 1 of 5) |
THE COVER SAYS IT ALL. PRO MASS MURDER AND RAPIST. BY REVERSING THE IMAGES IT SUPPORTS SADAM HUSSEIN.
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I haven't read the book yet, so this review may not be helpful to many of you. However about 3 weeks ago Michael Moore came to WSU for Dad's weekend. Now I didn't intend on taking my retired miliraty republican dad, but he wanted to go, just to hear another point of view. And by the end of the night you were either giving a standing ovation or quietly stewing with the republican club. Point being, even if you don't buy it, diffrent politcal views are important, because if they aren't said, well we might have a king instead of democracy. One thing that Moore said in his lecture, his closing statement in fact was that...American soliders signed up to give their lives for freedom and this country, their lives. But our promise to them was that we not send them under false pretenses, and we did.
I have to say even my dad agreed with this and applauded, and I do to. Wether you do or not, listen to Moore, or Bill O'Reily for that matter. If we never expose ourselves to new ideas there can never be change.
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- Grassroots Rules! (but Insanity Reigns)
(Rating: 5 of 5) |
In Michael Moore's latest dive into the world of modern politics and the state of the world in general, facts flow with breakneck speed. His stats are astounding, and Moore's humorous approach makes this otherwise technical rant truly readable and enjoyable. I especially like the way Moore is prone to self-deprication and how this contributes to his credibility as "just yer average guy." Of course we all know Moore is much more than that- He is educated, aware, and ready to take action.If you are curious as to just what the Bush administration has been up to, then by all means, READ this book. Read it now! It will inspire and motivate you to get involved in politics no matter what side you happen to be on. Also included in this book is a handy guide on how to get politically involved at the local level. This is perfect for those who feel the passion for politics and justice but do not know where to begin. Moore's grassroots approach is what America is all about, and Dude, Where's My Country? shows us this.
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