The 15 Biggest Lies in PoliticsSt. Martin's Publishing Group, 15.08.1998 - 240 Seiten In the world of politics, it's hard to separate the truth from the lies. In this strongly argued but nonpartisan book, Major Garrett and Timothy J. Penny draw on their combined decades of experience watching government work to illuminate the deceptions and delusions to which we as citizens are subjected every election season. Here are some of the lies: |
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Gun Control Reduces Crime | 31 |
Religion and Politics Dont Mix | 46 |
Immigration Hurts America | 60 |
All Politicians Are Corrupt | 75 |
Money Buys Elections | 92 |
Fat Cats Are the Problem | 113 |
Social Security Is a Sacred Government Trust | 146 |
Medicare Works | 160 |
Tax Cuts Are Good | 174 |
EducationMore Money Equals Better Results | 184 |
The EnvironmentIts Mother Earth or Mother Lode | 198 |
Republicans Believe in Smaller Government | 212 |
Democrats Are Compassionate | 220 |
The Budget Will Be Balanced by the Year 2002 | 132 |
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