How to Test Negative for Stupid

And Why Washington Never Will

De: John Kennedy

Narrado por: John Kennedy

Narrated by John Kennedy himself, this audiobook of “America’s most quotable Senator” offers his perceptive (and hilarious) takes on the ridiculousness of political life in this scathingly witty takedown of Washington and its elite denizens.

How to Test Negative for Stupid offers the Senator’s tongue-in-cheek guidebook through Washington, punctuated by his thoughts on various issues and humorous stories about life from Louisiana politics and inside the Senate.

From the mind—and mouth—of "America's Most Quotable Senator":

• “Always be yourself . . . unless you suck.”
• “I say this gently: This is why the aliens won’t talk to us.”
• “If you trust government, you obviously failed history class.”
• “I believe that our country was founded by geniuses, but it’s being run by idiots.”
• “Always follow your heart . . . but take your brain with you.”
• “I’m not going to Bubble Wrap it: The water in Washington, D.C., won’t clear up until you get the pigs out of the creek.”
• “I have the right to remain silent but not the ability.”
• “Common sense is illegal in Washington, D.C., I know. I’ve seen it firsthand.”
• “I believe that we are going to have to get some new conspiracy theories. All the old ones turned out to be true.”

©2025 John Kennedy (P)2025 HarperCollins Publishers

Wow

A book that shows clarity through stories and funnies about how our government is wrong ….. beware it might make you a day drinker

Insightful, exquisite & admirable

Enjoyed this from beginning to end. The U.S. needs more exemplary men like Senator Kennedy! His book is heartfelt, honest & true to his character. Hands down one of my favorite books!

A Critical Thinkers Take on American Politics

Mr. Kennedy goes to Washington! Incredible account of the job of a politician. Key insight into the culture of decision making at the federal level and their impact.

great lesson of the way the system works

The,great narration and collection of stories made this great. I have reccomended it to many already.

Enjoyable and Insightful

First I love that the author read his own book. I found his stories interesting, informative, and sometimes funny.

Just commom sense

Great story telling and good insite and examples from the halls of congress and Washington in general

That Southern Cool. And the constant Southern anecdotes, which are absolutely hilarious.

How is there anything to not like?
I judge a book by me being sad that it's over. Regardless of the finality of the ending. Wishing I could just have some more.
And by how fast I roll through it. As if time disappeared.
Well, nailed it on all counts.
Just download the book.
You'll agree with most of us that loved it.

Pithy, Not Pissy

I’ve always enjoyed John Kennedy’s special way of plain speaking in a fancy wrapper.
This book was no exception. Very enjoyable!

I Wish More Were Like Him

I've always liked hearing Senator Kennedy's comments and sound bites on the news. This book gives the reader, in his own words and by his own voice, the man behind them all. His honesty and insight are refreshing. In it, he shares how strongly he believes in maintaining the integrity of his office. I think anyone choosing to read this book will be rewarded by Senator Kennedy's plain-spoken words of wisdom.

Stupid should be Painful

I loved every word of this book. Thankfully, I listen to books on tape. Hearing Mr Kennedy’s book in HIS voice is PRICELESS! Nobody delivers his humor like he does! I have been recommending his book to everyone I can. Love Kennedy!