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Jesse Ventura has had many lives--as a Navy SEAL, as a star of pro wrestling, as an actor, and as the governor of Minnesota. His previous books, I Ain't Got Time to Bleed and Do I Stand Alone?, were both national bestsellers. Don't Start the Revolution Without Me! is the story of his controversial gubernatorial years and his life since deciding not to seek a second term as governor in 2002. Written with award-winning author Dick Russell at a secluded location on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, Ventura's bestselling book reveals for the first time why he left politics--and why he is now considering reentering the arena with a possible independent run for the presidency. In a fast-paced and often humorous narrative, Ventura pulls no punches in discussing our corrupt two-party system, the disastrous war in Iraq, and what he suspects really happened on September 11. He provides personal insights into the Clinton and Bush presidencies, and elaborates on the ways in which third parties are rendered impotent by the country's two dominant parties. He reveals the illegal role of the CIA in states like Minnesota, sensitive and up-to-date information on the Blackwater security firm, the story of the American spies who shadowed him on a trade mission to Cuba, and what Fidel Castro told him about who really assassinated President John F. Kennedy. This unique political memoir is a must-read for anyone concerned about the direction that America will take.… (altro)
While I find Ventura's views interesting, they are also over-simplified and seem to lack an understanding of some of the more complex issues that are faced on a wider national and international stage, seeming to have a more narrow view of a state governor, especially in the area of international relations. I also find his buying into a multitude of conspiracy theories disturbing to the point of paranoia, especially in the book's epilogue. Interesting read, but I find it difficult to take several aspects of it seriously. ( )
James Janos recreated himself as Jesse Ventura and made his living, famously, as a professional wrestler, wearing feather boas, and long blond locks and acting brash and flamboyant, more like a surfer dude than a Midwesterner This persona made it even more amazing that he was able to capture the governor's office in Minnesota, his native state. Ventura surprised many skeptics and sent party politics into turmoil, proving that third parties can be effective, at least at the state level. I have been curious about his policies and beliefs ever since. I found this book very interesting, finding out more about his personal life and ideologies. I find his reformist ideas quite refreshing and surprisingly similar to my own. It seems that, for various reasons, Jesse has decided to retire from politics. At a time when this country is being run by corporations and the wealth is increasingly being concentrated in the pockets of a very small group of people, I only hope that there are more reformists out there to try to fix the corrupted system. ( )
James Janos recreated himself as Jesse Ventura and made his living, famously, as a professional wrestler, wearing feather boas, and long blond locks and acting brash and flamboyant, more like a surfer dude than a Midwesterner This persona made it even more amazing that he was able to capture the governor's office in Minnesota, his native state. Ventura surprised many skeptics and sent party politics into turmoil, proving that third parties can be effective, at least at the state level. I have been curious about his policies and beliefs ever since. I found this book very interesting, finding out more about his personal life and ideologies. I find his reformist ideas quite refreshing and surprisingly similar to my own. It seems that, for various reasons, Jesse has decided to retire from politics. At a time when this country is being run by corporations and the wealth is increasingly being concentrated in the pockets of a very small group of people, I only hope that there are more reformists out there to try to fix the corrupted system. ( )
Delightful commentary about the state of politics in America today. The story of a man who improved the lives of Minnesotans by becoming mayor and governor.
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I can't be a politician. I don't know how. I love the truth. I love to speak it, to recognize it. And that's why many people criticize me behind my back. To be a politician, you have to take many factors into account, manipulate them, lie if it's necessary. I'm no good at that. I'll never be good at any of that. -Ernesto (Che) Guevara
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To Doug Friedline A man who worked endlessly and ultimately gave his life trying to elect honest people to pulic office. -Jesse Ventura
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To our son, Tyrel, and our daughter, Jade, and to all the children of the futre: Your freedom is at risk. Be wary. -Terry Ventura
Incipit
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There's an old saying: the more things change, the more they stay the same. (Prologue: The Country at a Crossroads)
When you're at a crossroads, sometimes all you can do is take a reprieve from the fast lane.
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You can take on anything and nothing is beyond belief.
Jesse Ventura has had many lives--as a Navy SEAL, as a star of pro wrestling, as an actor, and as the governor of Minnesota. His previous books, I Ain't Got Time to Bleed and Do I Stand Alone?, were both national bestsellers. Don't Start the Revolution Without Me! is the story of his controversial gubernatorial years and his life since deciding not to seek a second term as governor in 2002. Written with award-winning author Dick Russell at a secluded location on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, Ventura's bestselling book reveals for the first time why he left politics--and why he is now considering reentering the arena with a possible independent run for the presidency. In a fast-paced and often humorous narrative, Ventura pulls no punches in discussing our corrupt two-party system, the disastrous war in Iraq, and what he suspects really happened on September 11. He provides personal insights into the Clinton and Bush presidencies, and elaborates on the ways in which third parties are rendered impotent by the country's two dominant parties. He reveals the illegal role of the CIA in states like Minnesota, sensitive and up-to-date information on the Blackwater security firm, the story of the American spies who shadowed him on a trade mission to Cuba, and what Fidel Castro told him about who really assassinated President John F. Kennedy. This unique political memoir is a must-read for anyone concerned about the direction that America will take.
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