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This complete summary of "The Assault of Reason" by Al Gore, prominent American political activist and former Vice President, presents his argument that the public and political sphere has degraded into a place that is hostile to reason. He suggests rational debate and clear thinking, instead of campaigns and discussions based on fear and secrecy.
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This complete summary of "Diplomatic Divorce" by Thomas P. Kilgannon, a politics and economics specialist, outlines his argument that the relationship between the United Nations and the United Sates must end as it endangers not only America's international sovereignty but also its independence. Added-value of this summary:• Save time• Understand the relationship between America and the United Nations• Expand your knowledge of international politics...
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This complete summary of "A Nation of Sheep" by Andrew Napolitano, a renowned lawyer and media personality in the United States, outlines the author's arguments that the current administration has used the fear of terrorism to take away certain inalienable rights and freedoms from Americans. It explores how, in Napolitano's view, federal government has used the war on terror as an excuse to sidestep the Constitution while American citizens have accepted...
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The must-read summary of Nonie Darwish's book: "Now They Call Me Infidel: Why I Renounced Jihad for America, Israel, and the War on Terror".
This complete summary of "Now They Call Me Infidel" by Nonie Darwish, a renowned Egyptian-American human rights activist and critic of Islam, presents her exposure of many "politically incorrect truths" about Muslim culture. She risks a great deal to detail her skepticism about her own Muslim culture and upbringing:...
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This complete summary of "Surrender is Not an Option" by John Bolton, former US ambassador to the United Nations, presents his revelation of the operational inadequacies that hinder the UN's effectiveness in international diplomacy and its bias against Israel and the US.
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The must-read summary of Chris Hedges's book: "I Don't Believe in Atheists".
This complete summary of "I Don't Believe in Atheists" by Chris Hedges, an American activist and minister, outlines the writer's argument that contemporary atheism proposes a dangerous utopian vision. He believes that whether or not religion is right is irrelevant, as it has brought many respectable values to society, and should therefore not be ignored in the struggle to...
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This complete summary of "Unscientific America" by Chris Mooney and Sheril Kirshenbaum presents their argument that science and society are increasingly disconnected and that scientific truth and evidence are decreasingly present in the media and journalism.
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The must-read summary of T. R. Reid's book: "The United States of Europe: The New Superpower and the End of American Supremacy".
This complete summary of "The United States of Europe" by T. R. Reid, a prominent American reporter and author, presents his examination of the rise of the European Union, which he believes is one of the most important geopolitical events of our time. He argues that the EU is becoming a superpower capable of rivaling the...
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The must-read summary of Michael Smerconish's book: "Muzzled: From T-ball to Terrorism - True Stories That Should Be Fiction".
This complete summary of "Muzzled" by Michael Smerconish, a popular presenter, writer and lawyer, outlines his argument that political correctness and multiculturalism are reaching dangerous levels and have started to pose a threat to American cultural identity and national security.
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This complete summary of "John F. Kennedy on Leadership" by John A. Barnes presents his assessment of why John F. Kennedy was so respected and influential was because he was a hard working leader and not a natural born-politician. He also illustrates how all managers and business owners can benefit and learn from the 11 principles of JFK's leadership style.
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The must-read summary of Zbigniew Brzezinski's book: "Second Chance: Three Presidents and the Crisis of American Superpower".
This complete summary of "Second Chance" by Zbigniew Brzezinski, a renowned political strategist and former presidential adviser, presents his assessment of the George Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush administrations and how they led America from unprecedented power and prestige at the end of the Cold War through gradual...
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This complete summary of "Hardball" by Chris Matthews, a well-known American political commentator and media personality, outlines his insight into the game of politics and the practical methods used by politicians. He tells anecdotes of the brutal rivalry and outrageous self-interest that can be found within political circles.
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The must-read summary of Brzezinski and Scowcroft's book: "America and the World: Conversations on the Future of American Foreign Policy".
This complete summary of "America and the World" by Zbigniew Brzezinski and Brent Scowcroft, former Democrat and Republican National Security Advisors respectively, reviews their discussion on the most significant foreign policy challenges faced by the United States. It discusses the changing nature of power due...
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The must-read summary of Lee Harris's book: "The Suicide of Reason: Radical Islam's Threat to the West".
This complete summary of "The Suicide of Reason" by Lee Harris, a prominent American author and essayist, presents his argument that the modern liberal West is ill-equipped to deal with the growing threat of fanaticism and terrorism, as Islamic fundamentalism is resistant to traditional methods of conflict resolution. He states that Enlightenment...
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The must-read summary of Daniel Gordis's book: "Saving Israel: How the Jewish People Can Win a War That May Never End".
This complete summary of "Saving Israel" by Daniel Gordis, an influential Jewish author, presents his account of life in Israel and having to confront the sad truth that peace may not be attainable there for years to come. He argues that Jews in Israel need a stronger sense of purpose and idea of their own identity as a unique country...
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The must-read summary of Jan Crawford Greenburg's book: "Supreme Conflict: The Inside Story of the struggle for Control of the United States Supreme Court".
This complete summary of "Supreme Conflict" by Jan Crawford Greenburg, a renowned American journalist and lawyer, presents her account of the intense, cultural, political battles that have been fought in the most powerful circles of the nation over the composition of the US Supreme Court. She...
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The must-read summary of Andrew C. McCarthy's book: "Willful Blindness: A Memoir of the Jihad".
This complete summary of "Willful Blindness" by Andrew C. McCarthy, a politician, journalist and terrorism expert, presents his argument that the real beginning of the war on terror was not in fact 9/11, but the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center. He takes readers inside the twisted world of Islamic radicalism and fundamentalist terrorism.
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The must-read summary of David J. Rothkopf's book: "Running the World: The Inside Story of the National Security Council and the Architects of America's Power".
This complete summary of "Running the World" by David J. Rothkopf, a renowned political scientist, presents his insight into what must happen with the National Security Council if America wants to protect its people and remain a major global leader in the future.
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The must-read summary of Joe Biden's book: "Promises to Keep: On Life and Politics".
This complete summary of "Promises to Keep" by Joe Biden, outgoing Vice President of the United States, presents his account of how the guiding principles he learned early in life are the foundations on which he has based his life's work as husband, father, and public servant. He tells a remarkable story of overcoming personal tragedy to continue to act with honesty...
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This complete summary of "Perfectly Legal" by David Cay Johnston, an American investigative journalist and economics specialist, outlines his argument that under-taxing the wealthy is only making them wealthier to the detriment of everybody else in the country. He maintains that progressive taxes, based upon the ability to pay would help to level the playing field between the rich and the poor and allow the creation of a middle class.
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