Description
In this sharp, funny takedown, Al Franken dissects the language of political deception—showing how talking points, selective facts, and outright distortions travel from cable news to campaign trails. Drawing on the words of prominent figures and pairing them with clear, well-sourced context, he exposes the myths that fuel partisan outrage and reveals the patterns behind “alternative” narratives. Equal parts comedy and civic education, the book explores how media incentives, ideology, and rhetorical spin can warp public understanding. With Franken’s quick wit and anecdotal storytelling, readers are invited to question what they’re told—and to demand the truth behind the headlines.
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ebook
Penguin Group UK
Published Jan 1, 2009
506 pages
ISBN: 9780141924755
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First Published
2003
Language
eng
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