Rediscovering Americanism: And the Tyranny of Progressivism

I wanted to wait until completing this yet another incredible piece of work by Mark Levin before writing this review, but was just “chomping at the bit” (to quote Mark) to express my appreciation to him. As with all Mark’s books, every line and even every word is carefully considered, as he pours the wisdom of the centuries into his virtual “intellectual meat grinder” and lays it all out for all of us on a silver platter.I have been an avid listener of Mark’s since he began substituting for Sean over a decade ago, and through Mark, got my first genuine lessons about the true meaning of Liberty, limited government, and the natural rights of man. During this period, I began a new career and went back to school for a law degree, ultimately opening my own law practice. As all encompassing a task that is, I wasn’t about to stand by while our Country was being destroyed by corrupt politicians pushing destructive ideologies, and decided to take whatever action was available to me in order to fight this. Politics is not for me, but I have teaching experience, and have raised my children in a home in which I have made sure to imbue them traditional and conservative principles. I realized, however, that this may not be enough as I watch the society descending into an abyss that threatens to steal their futures, and that of future generations. Since two of my boys (twins) are currently in High School, I contacted their principal (they attend a Jewish private school), and explained that I wanted to teach a course on Liberty and Constitutional principles. He loved the idea, and offered the course as an elective to Juniors and Seniors. I just completed my first year of teaching the course to a terrific group of boys, and over the year, heard several times from the Civics and American Government teacher that my students are the most outspoken in his class, and they have helped to open up the eyes of their classmates with what they have added to class discussions.I am pleased to say that I have been invited back to teach the course again this year, and just as I did with this past year’s course, I sit with Mark’s books (at my dining room table), organizing my material using the incredible resources that Mark’s efforts have provided me. I have also amassed an enormous electronic reading list which I make available to my students, courtesy of Mark’s wealth of references and end notes. As I go through Mark’s latest master work, “Rediscovering Americanism,” I continue to expand my own perspectives and understanding, which I will hope to successfully pass on to my students in the coming year.None of this would have been possible without Mark and his incredible books. We have a daunting task ahead of us to get this country back to its founding principles, but I have a small degree of comfort in knowing that I am doing whatever is in my power to effect change, and I am extremely proud to consider myself one of Mark’s loyal foot soldiers in his intrepid battle to restore our Liberty and our Constitution.Just one final comment, which is a bit off the topic of Mark’s latest book. I would like to thank Mark for taking the time during his recent trip to Israel to share his enlightening experience with his millions of listeners. I was absolutely sure that once on site, Mark would instantly size up the situation, and broadcast its eternal truths to a world that is riddled with lies and misinformation. Mark clearly understands from where our enlightened founders drew their wisdom, which traces back to principles we inherited from the divine revelation of three and half millennia ago.I do not know that any of my words in this comment could adequately express my gratitude to Mark for what he has taught me, and has added to my life. Mark, thank you for your incredible broadcasts, thank you for your brilliant books, thank you for your delectable and caustic humor, thank you for your compassion, and a very special thank you for your fiery passion. Please just know that your efforts have single-handedly cultivated me and I'm sure thousands of other “foot soldiers,” who stand with you in this crucial effort to spread this essential and timeless message. My appreciation goes deeper than anything I could possibly express in this small comment, but for me personally, my greatest prize will be the opportunity to one day have the opportunity to thank you personally, for [email protected]

“In fact, the theology of administrative science and historicism, after more than a century of progressive centralized governance in America, has demonstrated in infinite ways that it is not a science at all. The massive present-day administrative state is inflicted with extensive imperfections and dislocations. Its widespread shortcomings and deficiencies include massive amounts of waste, fraud and abuse; extensive managerial incompetence and delinquencies; overlapping programs and red tape; and failed promises and objectives—all which are documented in countless investigations, audits, reports and books (including my own book ‘Plunder and Deceit’). There is simply no validation of a vast, complex modern society humanely and effectively managed by a centralized Leviathan reporting to a single chief executive, the President.” – page 127They have deluded themselves into believing that they are always the smartest people in the room. Progressives really do think that the American people are essentially incapable of managing their own lives. These elites exhibit immense disdain for such core American values as religious liberty, free market capitalism, individualism, free speech and private property rights. Furthermore, progressives loathe due process and the rule of law because in their world the ends always justify the means. They detest tradition and dogma of any kind and crave power. The Left destroys everything it touches. Over the past several decades progressives have gained control of large segments of the media, Hollywood, academia, the courts, foundations, church bureaucracies and the administrative state. In his latest book “Rediscovering Americanism and The Tyranny of Progressivism” Mark Levin explains how events over the past century have brought our nation to this sorry state of affairs and how the American people might gradually extricate themselves from the quagmire we now find ourselves in. He identifies who the key movers, shakers and thinkers have been on both sides of this monumental tug-of-war for the heart and soul of the country. He hones in on the writings of such prominent left-wing philosophers as Karl Marx, G.W.F. Hegel, Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Herbert Croly and points out the fatal flaws in their worldview. Needless to say, Levin believes that time is of the essence here and opines that the country needs to get its house in order in the very near future. He goes on to offer some definite ideas on how these anti-American utopian statists might ultimately be defeated.As has been the case with each of Mark Levin’s five other titles over the past dozen years “Rediscovering Americanism and The Tyranny of Progressivism” is a thoughtful, meticulously researched and exceptionally well-written book. If you are one of those people who have not given these matters very much thought I would urge you to pick up a copy of "Rediscovering Americanism" and read it with an open mind. Conversely, if you are a person who is largely in agreement with the principles espoused by our Founding Fathers I would wholeheartedly encourage you to pick up a copy of “Rediscovering Americanism” as well. Mark Levin's compelling book will help to crystallize the arguments in your mind as your attempt to influence your friends, relatives, co-workers and neighbors. Kudos to Mark Levin for yet another extremely well thought-out and well-executed project. Very highly recommended!

I just finished reading this book for the second time. It’s not that it’s an exciting, page turner. But it is an education that reflects on what’s happening in western society. We need to know these things when trying to speak up against the wave of Progressivism. Mark delineates the connection from Rousseau to Hegel to Marx. The ideology of the left needs to be expressed clearly so people know what they’re getting into. Maybe this type of collectivism is exactly what some folks are looking for. If they feel that the State should look after them, from cradle to grave and make all big decisions for them, then today’s heroes, like AOC and Bernie Sanders are perfect. Levin does a great job of reminding us where and from whom, the ideology came from.

Very good

Toute personne interessee par les USA doit acheter ce livre qui couvre de nombreux sujets de facon objective en utilisant des faits historiques et qui explique ce qu'est le conservatisme Americain de facon tres intelligible. Il faut par contre maitriser la langue et connaitres certains aspects culturels pour bien tout comprendre et participer au debat qui en decoule.

An imperative read for every free citizen trying to figure out what liberty is all about and how to save ourselves from tyranny that's always knocking at the door.It's not a casual journey but worth every ounce of the effort that afterwards leaves one certain as to why we must safeguard what we were handed for future generations.

I love Mark and his book is top notch. Well written and very interesting. I have learned so much.