The Ten Things You Can't Say In America, Revised Edition
by Larry Elder
Book Summary Information
Author: Larry ElderEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2001-09-04
ISBN: 0312284659
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
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Book Review: An Excellent Reference for Cultural Battles
Summary: 4 Stars
Larry Elder picks out ten important topics and gives you clear, crisp analysis with answers on crucial issues of our times: Dealing with the abysmal IRS. Instituting an efficient national sales tax. Abolishing welfare and entitlements. And a lot more. He also exposes the real problems in the black community including illegitimacy and also excessive regulation of our Second Amendment Civil Rights. He rails against the 'victicrat' mentality. A solid fast read.
Summary of The Ten Things You Can't Say In America, Revised Edition
For six years, Larry Elder has been igniting passionate debate at the top of the competitive drive-time radio heap on KABC in Los Angeles. In this incisive and thoughtful book, Elder skewers the crippling myths that dominate the public agenda today by saying what no one else will.When Larry Elder talks, sparks fly, and he likes it that way. Fans of the radio talk-show host from Los Angeles, who call themselves Elderados, have dubbed him "the sage from South Central." His critics--and there are many--use names that range from Oreo to the Antichrist. What's it all about? Elder, a libertarian, lays down his controversial views in his first book, which attacks the politically correct, black leaders, feminists, gun-control advocates, and other "so-called liberals." Some of the 10 things you can't say in America include "Blacks are more racist than whites," "There's only a dime's worth of difference between Republicans and Democrats," "The media bias is real, widespread and destructive," and "America's greatest problem is illegitimacy." Elder aims to change the way blacks look at their future, demanding that they take responsibility for their lives, stop blaming all their problems on racism, and pay attention to the progress they've made. While there may be some truth in what he says and even some good news (for instance, the self-esteem of black children is equal to or better than that of whites), this isn't exactly a pep talk. Not surprisingly, his all-out attack on black leaders (whom he calls nutcases and hysterical) and white liberals has engendered a fair amount of hostility. With this kind of dialogue, it's hard to believe Elder's going to win too many converts. But for those who appreciate his views, or are curious about them, this book is a provocative and lively ride into the mind of one of the nation's most outspoken black libertarians. --Lesley Reed
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