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Tea Party Patriots: The Second American Revolution
The definitive history of one of the most radical, revolutionary movements the country has ever seen, from those who started it all
In 2009, an unemployed mother of two and a politically inexperienced northern California attorney met on a conference call that would end up starting one of the largest grassroots political organizations in American history, the Tea Party Patri...more
In 2009, an unemployed mother of two and a politically inexperienced northern California attorney met on a conference call that would end up starting one of the largest grassroots political organizations in American history, the Tea Party Patri...more
Hardcover, 240 pages
Published
February 14th 2012
by Henry Holt and Co.
(first published January 3rd 2012)
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Both Meckler and Martin, the co-founders of the Tea Party Patriots organization, which is but one arm of the much broader, and more commonly known Tea Party movement that arose in 2010, lay out a detailed and comprehensive accounting of their philosophy and ideology for this movement. From explaining how this movement began as a truly grassroots effort with little organization and direction, to their proposal of a long-term solution to the nation's problems, this book should be a must read for a...more
As a more liberal leaning voter(I may vote for a heavy libitarian con) I take it upon myself to get as much information from anywhere I can get it. The tea party's image is twisted by both people that act in the name of the Tea Party(i.e people who bring racist, anti homophobe, and other signs along those lines to rallies) and those who oppose the Tea Party. That is why I read this book.
This book excels at giving a history of the movement, explaining the values that many people in the movement h...more
This book excels at giving a history of the movement, explaining the values that many people in the movement h...more
Well I can't say that I'm exactly very into these types of books, but the book itself is pretty well written. As you would expect with all sorts of these types of advocating books, it is specifically designed to make you feel a certain way about other political parties and such as that. I'm not saying that is a bad thing, but just bringing that to your attention. To the average person, this political party would seem like a much better candidate compared to the Democrats or Republicans simply be
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This book does a decent job of describing the thinking of those who call themselves "Tea Party Patriots".
One thing it never did was explain the difference between "Tea Party" and "Tea Party Patriot".
But that is okay. The logic of what the authors had to say was consistent, but sometimes did not feel complete, and there were some occasional things I didn't really agree with.
But again, that is okay.
I have been more familiar with libertarianism, and find that there are some similarities, but als...more
One thing it never did was explain the difference between "Tea Party" and "Tea Party Patriot".
But that is okay. The logic of what the authors had to say was consistent, but sometimes did not feel complete, and there were some occasional things I didn't really agree with.
But again, that is okay.
I have been more familiar with libertarianism, and find that there are some similarities, but als...more
I received a copy of this book through the Goodreads first-reads program. I can't wait to read this book, it looks so good. Best part about getting this book is it will open me up to a book I don't think I would have normally read. I love reading and reviewing books that not everyone has read or books that are super popular at the time. Everyone has different opinions and I like sharing mine and reading others.
I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads. I'm a republican, but you don't have to be a republican or democrat to appreciate what Mark Meckler and Jenny Beth Martin are trying to accomplish in this book. Our country needs a change and they have an incredible blueprint for our nation to use. I will definitely be looking into the Tea Party organization in my city and try to make a difference.
Won a free copy of this book through Goodreads First-Reads.
Mark Meckler and Jenny Beth Martin are the co-founders of Tea Party Patriots. They wrote this book to recount their experiences and the history of the movement. They explain what the Tea Party is and what it stands for; and they also make clear what the party does not support. They explain their mindset and the path which they think will benefit the American public.
Mark Meckler and Jenny Beth Martin are the co-founders of Tea Party Patriots. They wrote this book to recount their experiences and the history of the movement. They explain what the Tea Party is and what it stands for; and they also make clear what the party does not support. They explain their mindset and the path which they think will benefit the American public.
I received a copy for review, but surprisingly, it was a very interesting, quick read and I really liked it! For those people like me who feel totally bored and overwhelmed with politics, this is a must-read. It is educational and will start you on basic understanding of our political system by learning the ideology and action plans of the Tea Party as formed to date. I believe this book opens the understanding of what the Tea Party really is, and what it intends to improve. I think it can open...more
definitely written for the true belivers............if you think, this is a real time-waster
This book is a great story of the history and future of the Tea Party Patriots. It will be very reasuring to Tea Party supports and will explain their beliefs to those who don't understand what the Tea Party is about. Will it recruit new members and win over doubters? Only time will tell but if it is read with an open mind and at lest a look at how Tea Party sees the state of the United States a person has to agree on our problems wether they agree with the solutions or not.
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