Liberty And Tyranny: A Conservative Manifesto (2009) - Plot & Excerpts
I am conservative-minded, and though Mr. Levin makes several well-constructed, thoughtful cases for conservatism, he cannot touch on the liberal (or "statist") point of view without foaming at the mouth. The liberal isn't even credited with noble intentions, but instead the destruction of our society as his goal. So, while I enjoyed his arguments and sources in defense of conservative values, I can't recommend this book to anyone because of his unabashed demonization of the other side. We all know greatness when we see it, and Mr. Levin's "Liberty Admendments" sets a new standard. He has done an exceptional job supporting his views, and the Amendments, with historical and modern-day facts. He, wisely, omits the "social issues" of our time because America's troubles are systemic. As such, I didn't have to block out any agenda-driven noise; I got to read a smart, respectful and fresh depiction of an approach to solving our 21st century tyranny problem.ALERT! Give this book an HONEST read before concluding your status quo is acceptable! Be an American, first. Throw out the labels. Don't listen to the nay-sayers. Use common sense. I promise you will be enlightened!Thank you, Mr. Levin, for sharing this with all of US!(p.s. Amendment Convention? BRING IT!)
What do You think about Liberty And Tyranny: A Conservative Manifesto (2009)?
Meh. Passionate, but I disagreed with many of his premises and conclusions.
—alex
Insightful and relevant, especially for today.
—shybutterfly
Must have for every conservative's library.
—Adriana
