Why We're Liberals: A Political Handbook for Post-Bush AmericaPenguin, 2008 - 401 páginas The bestselling author demolishes myths about liberalism in a spirited polemic Thanks to the machinations of the right, there is no dirtier word in American politics today than “liberal”—yet public opinion polls consistently show that the majority of Americans hold liberal views on everything from health care to foreign policy. In this feisty, accessible primer, bestselling author Eric Alterman sets out to restore liberalism to its rightful honored place in our political life as the politics of AmericaÂ's everyday citizens. In Why WeÂ're Liberals Alterman examines liberalismÂ's development and demonstrates how its partisans have come to represent not just the mainstream, but also the majority of Americans today. In a crisply argued though extensively documented counterattack on right-wing spin and misinformation, Alterman briskly disposes of such canards as “Liberals Hate God” and “Liberals Are Soft on Terrorism,” reclaiming liberalism from the false definitions foisted upon it by the right and repeated everywhere else. Why WeÂ're Liberals brings clarity and perspective to what has often been a one-sided debate for nothing less than the heart and soul of America. Why WeÂ're Liberals is the perfect election-year book for all of those ready to fight back against the conservative mud-slinging machine and claim their voice in the political debate. |
Contenido
Introduction | 1 |
WHAT IS THIS THING CALLED LIBERAL? | 19 |
What Do Liberals Believe Anyway? | 56 |
What Does Liberalism Look Like? | 62 |
So Whats the Problem? | 72 |
AND WHY DO THEY HATE AMERICA? | 129 |
Why Do Liberals Always Blame America First? | 159 |
Why Are Liberals So Damn Elitist? | 168 |
If Liberals Are So PeaceLoving | 218 |
Why Do Liberals Believe in Marriage Only for Homosexuals? | 224 |
Why Do Liberals Hate Religion? | 236 |
Why Do Liberals Hate the Jews? | 245 |
Why Are Liberals So Contemptuous of Individual Freedom? | 261 |
When Will Liberals Stop Crying Racism | 270 |
Why Are Liberals So Soft on Americas Enemies? | 281 |
Why Do Liberals Love to Tax and Spend? | 294 |
Why Do Liberals Love Hollywood Smut Peddlers? | 179 |
When Will Liberals Stop Undermining Americas | 186 |
Why Do Liberals Deny That America | 196 |
Why Wont Liberals Admit That America | 202 |
Dont Conservatives Do a Better Job of Promoting Economic | 308 |
Why Are Liberals Such Wimps? | 319 |
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Why We're Liberals: A Handbook for Restoring America's Most Important Ideals Eric Alterman Vista previa limitada - 2008 |
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