Taken for Granted

How Conservatism Can Win Back the Americans That Liberalism Failed

By: Gianno Caldwell

Narrated by: Gianno Caldwell

Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins

Publisher's summary

A Fox News political analyst tackles some of our communities’ toughest challenges with timely insight from his own life: the story of how conservative values helped a kid from the South Side of Chicago find a life of opportunity.

"A must-read." (Brian Kilmeade, best-selling author of Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers)

Born to a mother consumed by drugs and raised by his grandmother in poverty on the South Side of Chicago, Gianno Caldwell saw firsthand how lawmakers from both parties have failed African-American voters on issues like poverty, welfare, and education. But as someone who beat the odds growing up under a fear-based mentality that limits what people can achieve, Caldwell believes there’s another way.

In this groundbreaking audiobook, the Fox News analyst describes his personal journey while detailing a hopeful vision for a nation no longer beholden to identity politics and self-limitations. Trapped within the expectations and traditions of our communities, families, political parties, faith, race, and gender, we fail to challenge our politicians and ourselves to create real change. Now more than ever, we need to confront preconceived notions about the Democrats and Republicans, public policy, and American history.

Looking at the obstacles facing urban communities, such as crime, education, and social mobility, Caldwell digs beneath the statistics. By spotlighting the moments that enabled his rise to success, he proffers steps that can help more people overcome the odds - whether through policy reform or the heroic efforts of men and women who are already working to make a difference in their own communities.

©2019 Gianno Caldwell (P)2019 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

"Gianno’s remarkably inspiring story not only provides a pathway to success for anyone forced to overcome the odds in life, it also lays out a road map for any Republican who aspires to win back the trust and loyalty of the African American community. A must read." (Brian Kilmeade, best-selling author of Andrew Jackson and the Miracle of New Orleans)

"Gianno Caldwell has written a gripping page-turner that reads more like a script for a movie than a political treatise, but that’s what it is. If you think you’ve read this book before - you haven’t. It’s important, new, fascinating, and fun. We’d live in a better world if there were more books like this." (Ann Coulter, best-selling author of Resistance Is Futile!)

"Gianno’s story is a must read for all Americans seeking to better their lives. He’s an inspirational figure." (Ben Shapiro, best-selling author of The Right Side of History)

Awesome book about personal transformation

What an amazing book. Gianno has an understanding of life that is greater than most people in this country. What a great heart felt and passionate book about advancing the future of this country and all people.

A real bro.

I lived in a housing project of Brooklyn New York and I do understand what this brother went through. To all my brothers and sisters I urge you to, BUY THIS BOOK!

Solid Advice

Fantastic story and proof that a healthy perspective on life, personal accountability, and smart decisions determine who we are and what we can achieve. Americans need to embrace our roots of rugged individualism and reject the restrictive sheep mentality of victimhood mentality and identity politics.

Great book

Loved it, agree with you and prayers for your cause.
recommend read
can't we all get along

One of the best books I've read in the last year!

Great book. Thank you for putting yourself out there for us. Most people wouldn't think that you and I could relate on many personal levels. But, I've witnessed hate, poverty, drug addiction, jealousy, toxic people, faith issues, and even racism. And I'm white. I'm not privileged. I made myself who I am, just like Gianno has. I grew up poor, without a father around, and helped raise my sister, while struggling personally with drugs and depression. Until we can all accept that everyone struggles with something, no matter our race, and we really don't know someone else's life history or thought process without talking with them first, then we will continue to reap what we sow. We need to change people's assumptions about others and "woe is me" mentality. We have to instill in our youth that they can be something and someone better. Gianno, you are an inspiration.

Inspiring story from start to finish!

I enjoyed this book so much. I have been watching Gianno from his first days on Fox News. He has risen above everything he was “supposed to be.” He’s tough, courageous and has his life in the right order! God, Family, Country.
His story is heartbreaking, inspiring and should be read by everyone young, old and in between.
I live my life being proud for being a Christian and a conservative and that’s what I love about this book and Gianno’s story.

Great Story

I am glad I purchased this book. I learned a lot about the struggles with inner city life as well as being conservative in a liberal world. Mr Caldwell has an inspiring story about his life and overcoming road blocks, prejudices and preconceptions. I highly recommend this book.

Incredible story

Gianno’s story and book should be read and listened to by all. Incredibly inspiring. I will gift this to my children.

Inspiring no matter your politics

I had never heard of Gianno Caldwell before this book, so I had no idea what to expect. As a person passionate about healing our nation’s most vulnerable communities, I gave it a try. It is truly inspiring and far from the ideological propaganda that I was prepared for. I hope that others will be inspired as well to persevere.

Breath of Fresh Air

Wow, I absolutely LOVED having Gianno narrate his own book. Hearing his story from him and seeing the sencerity in his eyes on his Chicago documentary recently has been so inspiring , and gives me hope for our country. It is SOOO important to have ALL politicians learn from Gianno, to stay focused on the common goal despite political affiliation and work together to get legislation passed that is really important to every day Americans!