by Rick Perry
First published 2010
Rick Perry opens with a declaration that America remains great, but its citizens have reached a breaking point. He argues that Americans face excessive taxation and regulation that intrudes into daily life, from dietary choices to healthcare decisions. Perry contends that the nation risks becoming the type of oppressive government the Colonists once fought. He presents his central argument that Americans must recognize the country's historical greatness and the people's achievements despite governmental interference. Perry outlines a strategy for change: citizens must reclaim control from the Washington establishment, empower state governments, elect aligned leaders, and remind fellow Americans about constitutional liberty. He frames this as a battle for America's soul, invoking the historical pattern of Americans responding when liberty calls them to action.
Genres: american, politics, social-issues, 21st-century, american-history
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: call-to-action
240 pages · Hardcover · Little, Brown and Company