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Greg Palast has spent the last thirty years getting the goods on corporate con men and political hucksters. Now he and his special guests cut through the TV news babytalk in Armed Madhouse. Armed with more than fifty classified documents and confidential memos, Palast brings you the stories not allowed in The New York Times, including:
Before invading, George Bush didn't have a secret plan to seize Iraq's oil -- he had two. Palast shows you both.
In "Who's Afraid of Osama Wolf?," Palast reveals the horror and humor of the War on Terror.
In "The Network," Palast gives you the skinny on the new global order -- and pushes Thomas Friedman over the edge of his Flat World.
It was Palast, for BBC TV, who first uncovered how Jeb Bush and Katherine Harris stole Election 2000. Now he tells you that Kerry won in 2004 -- and that 2008 is already fixed.
Who drowned New Orleans? Palast names names -- and adds some suggestions for fighting the new Class War.
Greg Palast speaks truth to power the only way you can -- by letting the facts speak for themselves. Get the straight story on what today's self-appointed Masters of the Universe have in store for you.
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"Greg Palast is one of the last true journalists around - he actually does the long, laborious research, asks the ugly questions to people with something to hide, and then exposes the ugly, sordid mess in it's stark and acrid totality. Budding journalists must often hear of journalistic principles and the high standards they must live up to, but for my money, Palast is one of the ONLY members of his profession who strives to live up to those lofty principles of being a true and faithful servant of the public and an unbiased and uncorrupted member of the press - an indispensable arm of any democratic and open society which has the maturity to face itself and its problems. This man should be a hero to budding journalists and believers in democracy and the first amendment, and he inspires me to work towards a fairer, freer and more open world."
— Chris (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Mesmerizing, if it weren't so depressing.”
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“Upsets all the right people!”
— Noam Chomsky -
“Courageous reporting.”
— Michael Moore -
“The greatest investigative journalist in America.”
— Alan Chartock, NPR -
“The type of investigative reporter you don’t see anymore—a cross between Sam Spade and Sherlock Holmes.”
— Jim Hightower
Armed Madhouse Listener Reviews
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" Amazing book. One of the best pieces of investigative journalism you will ever find. Read it. It will make you crazy, angry, and blow your mind. "
— Mike, 2/15/2014 -
" Pissed me off. Had to put it down to lower my blood pressure. Must read for those that want to know where are the WMDs. "
— Eric, 2/14/2014 -
" The book details many of the down sides of the Bush presidency, going back to many documented and some new reports of election fraud from the 2000 and 2004 elections. Some of the economic theories and free trade discussions need a little more explaination, and other policy failure discussions of the past eight years have been discussed enough over the years so that it's no longer breaking news. Book has become somewhat dated following the 2008 election. Obama is in, and Bush is out, and it's time to move on. "
— Ray, 2/13/2014 -
" The best investigative reporter around today. Everyone should have to read this book! "
— Karenfiorito, 2/12/2014 -
" This is an engaging read. Palast uncovers and presents all kinds of governmental malfeasance. He's a jovial writer, though his subject-matter is outrageous and disgusting. "
— Steven, 1/24/2014 -
" Amazing book, amazing journalism and reporting, Palast's writing will shock you with his tales of Republican evil-doers. "
— David, 1/20/2014 -
" required reading for every high school and college student. this will force you to think! "
— Greg, 1/18/2014 -
" blah blah paranoid shrieking blah blah. treats readers as dolts and the author as smirking savant. "
— Bird, 1/15/2014 -
" This is one of the most well-researched books that I've read. Greg Palast really did his homework. He challenges conventional wisdom and I have to say most people need to read this book, especially if they think they "know" what's going on in the world. "
— Shane, 1/15/2014 -
" Great info. Keep yourself informed! "
— Nonconformist48072, 1/1/2014 -
" Dark, funny and depressing. Near as I can tell, folks don't want to know the truth, because it hurts too much. "
— Thomas, 12/21/2013 -
" good military documentation of war "
— Monica, 12/7/2013 -
" Greg Palast is a great writer and this is an extraordinary piece of work. This book discusses various controversial topics. I'd recommend this book for anyone looking to read another side of current events. "
— Jason, 7/2/2013 -
" kind of barfy hardboiled writing style. Don't believe the New Yorker blurb on the cover: "Armed Madhouse is great fun!" It is horrifying. "
— Grace, 2/4/2013 -
" like not so focused, but, he's the Guardian UK's zaniest American investigative journalist. "
— Srikanth, 12/29/2012 -
" Remember how Bush lied about why we should go to war with Iraq? Read this and find out so much more... "
— Brad, 12/26/2012 -
" Greg Palast books are must-read if you care about what is happening in the world and the people in it. "
— Karla, 11/11/2012 -
" All about the future potential energy, USA want all!!!! "
— Yana, 9/25/2012 -
" It's good information. However, we need more solutions. "
— Poung, 3/26/2012 -
" I challenge you to read this book and NOT get angry. I enjoyed Greg Palast's last book - The Best Democracy Money Can Buy - and this one shows that the Bush Administration continues to grow more arrogant in their abuse of power. "
— David, 2/21/2012 -
" This book is fun and terrifying at the same time - humans can be read bastards, especially when they have a modecum of power. "
— Roderick, 9/4/2011 -
" really interesting book for democrats and republicans. definitely puts the iraq war in new perspective - especially for those who already dislike bush "
— Erin, 6/25/2011 -
" Perhaps it might benefit America if Mr Palast became a political advisor in the White House but under the guidance and reporting only to the voters. "
— Valentine, 2/23/2011 -
" This is an engaging read. Palast uncovers and presents all kinds of governmental malfeasance. He's a jovial writer, though his subject-matter is outrageous and disgusting. "
— Steven, 10/21/2010 -
" Excellent if for no other reason that no one else does reporting like this. Palast, along with Bill Moyers and Amy Goodman are bulwarks against the insanity that is corporate media. "
— Adam, 3/27/2010 -
" The information within is awesome, eye-opening, and necessary for every American to know... however, Palast's writing style teeters on the amateurish often which loses it some stars. "
— Greg, 2/24/2010 -
" Dark, funny and depressing. Near as I can tell, folks don't want to know the truth, because it hurts too much. "
— Thomas, 2/4/2010 -
" No holds barred examination of American society "
— columbialion, 1/11/2010 -
" I finally threw in the towel without finishing the book, perhaps because I'm just burnt out on revelations of the cronyism, inside dealing and disgraceful and despicable actions of the whole cabal. "
— doug, 10/4/2009 -
" Again, truth from a hated journalist. Excellent read! "
— Liam, 6/17/2009 -
" My favorite book on the insanity and calculating deception of the Bush administration "
— Michael, 2/18/2009 -
" Should be required reading for junior high/high school! "
— Amy, 1/24/2009 -
" Here is a wonderful read for anyone who still doubts the complete lack of competence the bush administration has shown us time and again. "
— Paul, 12/5/2008
About the Authors
Greg Proops is a stand-up comic from San Francisco, best known for his unpredictable appearances on Whose Line Is It Anyway?, which is back on TV on the CW network. Mr. Proopdog has a chart topping podcast called The Smartest Man in the World, which he has recorded live from around the world including Paris, London, Amsterdam, Oslo, New Zealand, Finland, Montreal, Brooklyn, San Francisco, Melbourne, Dublin, Edinburgh, Hollywood, a ship off St. Marten, and somehow, Cleveland. The podcast is available at Proopcast.com and on iTunes. Proops has been a voice actor in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and played Bob in Bob the Builder. He has been a guest on @Midnight on Comedy Central; Red Eye; The Late, Late Show; and Chelsea Lately. He lives in Hollywood. It’s not that bad, really.
Medea Benjamin is a cofounder of the peace group CODEPINK and the international human rights organization Global Exchange. She has been an advocate for social justice for more than thirty years. Described as “one of America’s most committed—and most effective—fighters for human rights” by Newsday and called “one of the high-profile leaders of the peace movement” by the Los Angeles Times, Benjamin has distinguished herself as an eloquent and energetic figure in the progressive movement. A former economist and nutritionist with the United Nations and World Health Organization, she is the author-editor of eight books. Her articles appear regularly in such publications as the Huffington Post, CommonDreams, Alternet, and OpEd News.
Greg Palast translated his background in fraud investigation into a highly successful writing career. A New York Times bestselling author, his work has appeared in numerous magazines and publications throughout the United States and England. In addition to writing, he does regular investigative reports for BBC Nightline. He divides his time between New York and London.