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By being too timid and too weak, too hesitant and too confused, Democrats have allowed Republicans to run amok. Republicans today use their absolute power to control everything and corrupt our democracy. Now James Carville and Paul Begala show Democrats how they can take it back. They offer a clear-eyed critique of their party's failures and make specific, concrete recommendations on how Democrats can avoid losing elections on divisive issues like abortion, gun control, gay rights, and moral values and start winning them on health care, political reform, energy, the environment, tax reform, and more.
Carville and Begala say that liberal Democrats are right that too many establishment Democrats kowtow to corporate interests and shamefully supported George W. Bush's rush to war. And moderate Democrats are right to complain that too many Democrats are out of step with middle-class values, too removed from people of faith, too enthralled with intellectual and cultural elites.
But the problem with Democrats, Carville and Begala argue, is not ideological. It's anatomical. They lack a backbone. Take It Back is a spinal transplant for Democrats and an audacious battle plan for victory.
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"This was a good book, even if you don't agree with Carville's point of view. He has some unique insights into American culture and the ways in which we express our views through politics. "
— Joe (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Remarkably reasonable and cleverly calculated to appeal to a broad spectrum of Americans…Carville's and Begala's book is a refreshing entry into a field long overcrowded by polarized, pedantic screeds.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“With great humor and frequent jabs at the Bush administration…these consultants offer a thoughtful and passionate appeal for change in the Democratic Party and the nation.”
— Booklist -
“Readers who have enjoyed the authors' brash, in-your-face style on programs like Crossfire and Meet the Press will appreciate this book.”
— Library Journal
Take It Back Listener Reviews
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" Oh how I wish the Dems would do what is in this book. "
— Tobi, 3/23/2013 -
" Got this in my Christmas stocking. I think the giver got it at the dollar store. In a nutshell - what the democrats do wrong. Should be a thicker book. And I'm a dem. Remember to vote!! Make history! "
— Linda, 12/28/2012 -
" So obvious it hurts, not that it was bad, but that others in the Dem party hadn't been doing what these guys called for. "
— John, 11/5/2012 -
" This was a good book, even if you don't agree with Carville's point of view. He has some unique insights into American culture and the ways in which we express our views through politics. "
— Joe, 10/22/2012 -
" I can't really wholeheartedly agree with their big tent philosophy (if you don't stand for something, you stand for nothing... or something like that). But I like the idea of winning. "
— Georgie, 3/9/2011 -
" I can't really wholeheartedly agree with their big tent philosophy (if you don't stand for something, you stand for nothing... or something like that). But I like the idea of winning. "
— Georgie, 5/5/2009 -
" So obvious it hurts, not that it was bad, but that others in the Dem party hadn't been doing what these guys called for. "
— John, 3/2/2009 -
" Oh how I wish the Dems would do what is in this book. "
— Tobi, 4/14/2008 -
" Got this in my Christmas stocking. I think the giver got it at the dollar store. In a nutshell - what the democrats do wrong. Should be a thicker book. And I'm a dem. Remember to vote!! Make history! "
— Linda, 1/1/2008
About the Authors
James Carville is the best known political consultant in American history. He is also a speaker, talk show host, actor, and author with many New York Times bestsellers to his credit. Until its final broadcast, he was cohost of CNN’s Crossfire and then started appearing on The Situation Room. Part of a large Southern family, he grew up without a television and loved to listen to his mother tell stories. Teaching at Tulane University, he now lives with his wife and two daughters in New Orleans.
Paul Begala was a chief strategist for the 1992 Clinton-Gore campaign. He served as counselor to the president in the Clinton White House, where he coordinated policy, politics, and communications. He was senior adviser to the pro-Obama Super PAC that played a critical role in reelecting Obama in 2012. He is the author of five books, including Is Our Children Learning?: The Case Against George W. Bush; It’s Still the Economy, Stupid; Buck Up, Suck Up…and Come Back When You Foul Up (with James Carville); Third Term: Why George W. Bush Loves John McCain; and Take it Back: Our Party, Our Country, Our Future (with James Carville).