by Al Franken
First published 2004
Al Franken launches a direct assault on Rush Limbaugh and the conservative media establishment. The comedian turned political commentator dissects Limbaugh's arguments and exposes what he sees as hypocrisy in right-wing rhetoric. Franken combines his background in comedy writing with political research to challenge claims made by prominent conservatives. He targets not just Limbaugh but other figures in the conservative movement, using humor as his primary weapon. The book reflects Franken's transition from Saturday Night Live writer to political activist, mixing satirical observations with factual corrections. Franken argues that conservative commentators mislead their audiences through selective facts and emotional manipulation. His approach blends entertainment with political critique, aiming to counter what he views as dangerous misinformation in American political discourse.
Genres: satire, american-fiction, american, political-science, criticism, comedy, political-thriller, activism
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, unreliable-narrator
271 pages · Hardcover · Delacorte Press