Shameless

Republicans’ Deliberate Dysfunction and the Battle to Preserve Democracy

De: Brian Tyler Cohen

Narrado por: Brian Tyler Cohen

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

From the first content creator to interview President Biden, leading progressive voice Brian Tyler Cohen takes a step back from the day-to-day news cycle to explain how American politics has turned into such a dumpster fire—and what Democrats need to do to get us out of it.

In Shameless, Brian Tyler Cohen lays bare the long con of the modern Republican Party. While the radical right continues hiding behind gaslighting maneuvers, artificial slogans, and hollow catchphrases, Cohen’s unflinching narrative illuminates the realities and dangers of the ever-widening gulf between the vaunted Republican brand and their actual behavior.

With a foreword by Congressman Jamie Raskin, drawing on interviews and insights from Pete Buttigieg, Mehdi Hasan, Jen Psaki, and other luminaries of the Left, Cohen reveals:

• How Republicans have leaned on their histor­ical branding to give themselves a permission structure to behave antithetically to everything they say;
• Why the mainstream media has proved itself a willing participant in this ongoing farce— particularly since the rise of toxic, sensational­ist MAGA mania; and
• What lessons Democrats can glean from a clear-eyed view of the landscape we’re operating in—and the steps we must take to rebalance our political landscape.

During this all-hands-on-deck moment in our his­tory, Shameless is essential reading for those seeking to understand our dire situation, and a rallying cry for those fighting to preserve democracy.

Outstanding Perspective on the Evolution of the Conservative Movement, and the Devolution of GOP to become MAGA

BTC provides an outstanding perspective on how the GOP party has devolved to become a party without a cause other than to destroy any form of government in the United States. From congress members like Matt Gatz and MTG, to Trump, the GOP/MAGA movement is not focused on improving this country, but focused on turning back to clock at any cost. From embracing white nationalist, to defunding programs and then declaring them somehow, ironically, unable to function. Well worth the read. I only wish there was a way to get more voters to read this big picture perspective.

The comparisons

After 71 years on this planet. After working fifty years as an RN looking so forward to retirement with my husband of thirty-nine years and raising two amazing young men did I ever believe my hardest challenge would being a part of working to protect our democracy…my rights as a woman and to protect those rights for all girls that will be here when I am gone. But…I sleep well knowing WE WILL NOT GO BACK! Every citizen should LISTEN to this young author tell you in his words what a scary world the far right has made this country for our kids all in the name of power, greed and money!! It’s time to stand up and say “HELL NO!!”

Shameless

Brian did a wonderful job with this book. I am a big fan of his and follow his YouTube and Instagram presentations. I also never miss his podcasts. I’m 81 and have lost sleep over what Trump and the Republicans are doing to my country. Brian has kept me off the ledge and gives me hope for the future of my country, and for my grandchildren’s future as Americans.

Amazing story telling

Brian can write but more so his voice is something I can listen to over and over. Amazing writing and this is why I watch his YouTube videos every day. Thank you so much for all you do for this democracy.

Amazing read/listen 👏🏻

I enjoy the YouTube channel. Shamless was informative & enjoyable. I speed listened to it & will re-listen for talking points with family & friends. Thanks, BTC 👍🏻