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ahorts's review against another edition
dark
informative
slow-paced
5.0
An incredibly important, well-researched book about the influence of the ultra-wealthy on the promotion of the libertarianism since the 70s. It shows step-by-step how the Kochs and other families like theirs used their vast resources to promote far-right libertarian philosophies and directly influence policy, elections, and education to promote their own interests while taking great pains to hide their involvement/influence. I did not realize how insidious the machine was until I read this book, and I will never look at the US political system the same way again (or look at a donor-named building without some suspicious side eye.) Everyone should read this book; our current political climate makes way more sense afterwards. This is peak investigative journalism.
kathycolvi's review against another edition
5.0
This should be a textbook required reading in all high school civics and/or government classes. Perhaps it would be a better choice than what is offered in the Wichita public schools, paid for by the Kochs, and primarily presented in the less affluent schools (read final chapter for details). It is difficult not to want to highlight every paragraph in the book! I so wish it could be shelved in the fantasy section rather than with non-fiction tragedies. We need to vote and be informed when we do!
gboye's review against another edition
4.0
The only reason it’s not five stars is because I really slogged through the final fifth of the book. It’s fascinating, informative, and generally very engaging
martalisa's review against another edition
dark
informative
medium-paced
4.75
This book made me so angry, but it was such an important read
lastpaige111's review against another edition
4.0
An eye opening read, but not surprising. So well researched.