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From the bestselling author of What's the Matter with Kansas?, a wonderfully insightful and sardonic look at why the worst economy since the 1930s has brought about the revival of conservatism. Economic catastrophe usually brings social protest and demands for change—or at least it's supposed to. But ... (more)when Thomas Frank set out in 2009 to look for expressions of American discontent, all he could find were loud demands that the economic system be made even harsher on the recession's victims and that society's traditional winners receive even grander prizes. The American Right, which had seemed moribund after the election of 2008, was strangely reinvigorated by the arrival of hard times. The Tea Party movement demanded not that we question the failed system but that we reaffirm our commitment to it. Republicans in Congress embarked on a bold strategy of total opposition to the liberal state. And TV phenom Glenn Beck demonstrated the commercial potential of heroic paranoia and the purest libertarian economics. In Pity the Billionaire, Frank, the great chronicler of American paradox, examines the peculiar mechanism by which dire economic circumstances have delivered wildly unexpected political results. Using firsthand reporting, a deep knowledge of the American Right, and a wicked sense of humor, he gives us the first full diagnosis of the cultural malady that has transformed collapse into profit, reconceived the Founding Fathers as heroes from an Ayn Rand novel, and enlisted the powerless in a fan club for the prosperous. The understanding Frank reaches is at once startling, original, and profound.

From Thomas Frank, author of the landmark bestseller What's the Matter with Kansas?, comes The Wrecking Crew (Metropolitan), a jaw-dropping investigation of the decades of deliberate — and lucrative — conservative misrule.

The American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico invites you to the annual Bill of Rights Dinner with special guest and M.C. State Senator-Elect Eric Griego, and keynote speaker Thomas Frank, bestselling author of What’s the Matter with Kansas? and The Wrecking Crew: How Conservatives Rule. ... (more)Join the ACLU on December 6th at the Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown Hotel for an entertaining evening to celebrate the contributions and advancements that have successfully defended our most cherished freedoms over the past year. Tickets are available at www.aclu-nm.org or by calling (505) 266-5915 ext. 1006. Bookworks will be selling Frank’s books at the event.

The author of the landmark bestseller What’s The Matter With Kansas? examines conservative misrule and the blundering and corrupt Washington it has brought us. Casting back to the early days of the conservative revolution, Thomas Frank describes the rise of a ruling coalition dedicated to dismantling ... (more)government. But rather than cutting down the big government they claim to hate, conservatives have simply sold it off, deregulating some industries, defrauding others, but always turning public policy into a private sector bidding war. Frank offers a forceful argument that resurrecting equitable intelligent government starts with understanding how the present plutocracy came about.

Tickets are required for this event. An admission ticket is included with Thomas Frank’s The Wrecking Crew only when the book is purchased from Harry W. Schwartz Bookshops or online. One ticket will grant admission for up to two (2) people. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as seating is limited. Due to this special event, our Downer Ave. location will close to the general public at 6 p.m. on the day of this event.

The bestselling author of What's the Matter with Kansas? provides jaw-dropping clarity and refreshingly biting wit on the decades of lucrative conservative misrule. In The Wrecking Crew, Frank reveals the blundering, conspicuously corrupt Washington these politicians created. Rather than cutting ... (more)down the big government they claim to hate, the ruling coalition has simply sold it off - deregulating many industries, de-funding others, turning public policy into private-sector bidding, turning the nation's capitol into a surreal landscape of lavish suburbs and gleaming lobbyist headquarters, and ugly wreckage for poor folks. This is a KPFA-sponsored event.

The bestselling author of What's the Matter with Kansas? provides jaw-dropping clarity and refreshingly biting wit on the decades of lucrative conservative misrule. In The Wrecking Crew, Frank reveals the blundering, conspicuously corrupt Washington these politicians created. Rather than cutting ... (more)down the big government they claim to hate, the ruling coalition has simply sold it off - deregulating many industries, de-funding others, turning public policy into private-sector bidding, turning the nation's capitol into a surreal landscape of lavish suburbs and gleaming lobbyist headquarters, and ugly wreckage for poor folks. This is a KPFA-sponsored event.

From the author of the landmark bestseller "What's the Matter with Kansas?," a jaw-dropping investigation of the decades of deliberate--and lucrative--conservative misrule

In his previous book, Thomas Frank explained why working America votes for politicians who reserve their favors for the rich. ... (more)Now, in "The Wrecking Crew," Frank examines the blundering and corrupt Washington those politicians have given us.

Casting back to the early days of the conservative revolution, Frank describes the rise of a ruling coalition dedicated to dismantling government. But rather than cutting down the big government they claim to hate, conservatives have simply sold it off, deregulating some industries, defunding others, but always turning public policy into a private-sector bidding war. Washington itself has been remade into a golden landscape of super-wealthy suburbs and gleaming lobbyist headquarters--the wages of government-by-entrepreneurship practiced so outrageously by figures such as Jack Abramoff.

It is no coincidence, Frank argues, that the same politicians who guffaw at the idea of effective government have installed a regime in which incompetence is the rule. Nor will the country easily shake off the consequences of deliberate misgovernment through the usual election remedies. Obsessed with achieving a lasting victory, conservatives have taken pains to enshrine the free market as the permanent creed of state.

Stamped with Thomas Frank's audacity, analytic brilliance, and wit, "The Wrecking Crew "is his most revelatory work yet--and his most important.

New York Times guest
columnist, bestselling author of What’s the Matter With
Kansas?

Author: Thomas Frank, Author of What's
the Matter with Kansas?: How Conservatives Won the Heart of America,
Published: May 01, 2005 and One Market Under God: Extreme Capitalism, Market Populism, and
the End of Economic Democracy, Published: October 01, 2000.
Born on the wild plains ... (more)of Kansas, Thomas pulled himself up by his bootstraps,
learned to read, write, and cipher. He likes big steaks, bar-b-que, and
most other meat dishes. He now resides in Washington D.C., where he
continues to write things that baffle and annoy people.
Title: The Wrecking Crew:
How Conservatives Rule, $25.00 Hardcover, ISBN 9780805079883, On Sale Date:
August 05, 2008
What: Thomas Frank
will talk about his new book, his life, his work, answer audience questions and
he will autograph copies of his new book purchased from Rainy Day Books,
on our website and / or at our Author Event, that are accompanied by a Stamped Ticket.
When: Friday, August 22, 2008, 7:00 PM
Where: A Rainy Day
Books Author Event at
Unity Temple on The
Plaza, Sanctuary, 707 W 47th Street, Kansas City, Missouri
64112
Admission Package (Click on the ADD
TO SHOPPING CART button): $25.00 plus Tax, includes from Rainy Day Books,
One (1) Stamped Ticket, One (1) Guest Ticket (if needed) and One (1) Copy of
The Wrecking Crew
(Hardcover) to be Autographed after the Author Presentation.
Please specify your need for One (1) Stamped Ticket and One (1) Guest Ticket (if needed) in the
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Thomas Frank wrote the hugely successful What’s the Matter with Kansas?, and he’s back with another look at our countries troubled politics in The Wrecking Crew. He explains how the politicians in Washington have dismantled big government by ignoring and defunding programs, ultimately giving them ... (more)to private companies in bidding wars or back-alley deals. An extremely timely and important book as we gear up for one of the most intense presidential races in a century, The Wrecking Crew should be required reading for anyone wanting to change the status quo in D.C. Tonight at 7PM.

From Thomas Frank, the author of the landmark bestseller What's the Matter with Kansas? comes The Wrecking Crew (Metropolitan Books), a jaw-dropping investigation of the decades of deliberate — and lucrative — conservative misrule.

Diesel Bookstore has partnered with Naomi Epel Presents as bookseller to an evening of dinner and discussion with the acclaimed author, Thomas Frank (bestselling author of What's the Matter With Kansas?)!

This event will take place at Garibaldis Restaurant (5356 College Ave., Oakland, ... (more)CA 94618) at 6:30 p.m..

$75/guest includes dinner, wine pairing, tax and tip. There is no corkage fee if you'd like to bring your own.

For more information, or to register for the event, please contact Naomi Epel at (415) 282-3900.

For online registration, visit Dinner & Discussion with Thomas Frank.

Books will be available for sale at Garibaldis courtesy of Diesel Bookstore.

Please note this event is NOT taking place at Diesel Bookstore. It's an offsite event located at Garibaldis Restaurant just down the street from the store.

ABOUT THE RESTAURANT:
Comfortable yet chic, elegant yet lively, Garibaldis has set the standard for sophisticated neighborhood dining in the Bay Area for over 20 years. At its core lies a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, brought to life by spirited cocktails, seasonal Mediterranean cuisine, and an exquisite wine list.
Visit Naomi Epel Productions at www.naomiepel.com.

The journalist and founding editor of the Baffler and contributing editor at Harper's magazine discusses and signs his new book. 202-364-1919.