Unintimidated

A Governor's Story and a Nation's Challenge

De: Scott Walker, Marc Thiessen

Narrado por: Scott Walker

A controversial governor recounts his fight to reform his state and issues a call to action for the whole country

In 2010, Scott Walker was elected governor of Wisconsin with a mandate to improve its economy and restore fiscal responsibility. With the state facing a $3.6 billion budget deficit, he proposed a series of reforms to limit the collective bargaining power of public employee unions, which was costing taxpayers billions in pension and health care costs.

The reaction was swift and severe. Angry protesters gathered outside the capitol, teacher unions accused him of sabotaging education, and the media descended on Wisconsin to make it a national controversy. Soon, liberals nationwide were denouncing Governor Walker.

He stood his ground despite relentless political and personal attacks with the help of supporters across the country who hailed him for having the courage to drive real change. In June 2012, he won a special recall election with a higher share of the vote than he had for his original election, becoming the first governor in the country to survive a recall election.

In this book, Governor Walker shows how his commitment to limited but effective government paid off. During his tenure Wisconsin has saved more than $1 billion, property taxes have gone down for the first time in twelve years, and the deficit was turned into a surplus. He also shows what his experiences can teach defenders of liberty across the country about standing up to the special interests that favor the status quo.

Reseñas de la Crítica

“This guy Walker is one of the gutsiest, toughest, strongest, [most] committed guys I have seen in Republican politics in a long time.”

—Rush Limbaugh

“Governor Walker’s principled leadership and common-sense reforms are moving Wisconsin in the right direction.”

—Paul Ryan

“He had the courage to take it on, even when it got ugly, and he never stopped.”

—Nikki Haley, governor of South Carolina

“Results matter. And that, more than anything else, explains why Scott Walker won.”

—Stephen Hayes, The Weekly Standard

"Most books by incumbent politicians are not worth the paper they never should have been written on. If, however, enough voters read Walker’s nonfiction thriller, it will make him a — perhaps the — leading candidate for his party’s 2016 presidential nomination."
—The Washington Post

Inspiring

Being from a state right next to Wisconsin, I thought I knew all about the title 10 battle. I was wrong, it was more nasty and long than I ever remembered. Governor Walker, his family, and his friends in government are really something. They are made of the same stern stuff that the Midwest is known for. More to the point, they are the kind of people who built America, and protect her still today.

Great Listen

What did you love best about Unintimidated?

I liked the inside story of what was happening here in Wisconsin. Up till now now only the liberal press in Wisconsin has spoken out about the protests. Good to hear the other side

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, too long for that. But i finished it in 3 days.

Great story...but not what I expected

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. Great insight to Scott Walker the Governor and terrific explanation from his perspective of what went on in Wisconsin. I was expecting a little more insight to Walker the potential presidential candidate. That was lacking as I don't think he's going to run an anti-collective bargaining campaign and win.

What did you like best about this story?

Walker read it. I felt like I got to know him and it was nice to hear the authors proper inflection and emphasis.

What does Scott Walker bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His own personality and emphasis.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

STUNNINGLY PRACTICAL! SCOTT SHOULD BE PRESIDENT...

...and you do you and all those you influence a favor by listening to him tell you why in his own words. I'm a fan!

Inspiring

I remember vividly what our state was like when the reforms were being implemented. Gov. Walker and those who stood strong in the face of mobs threatening them shall forever have my respect. This story can help you bring out the best of yourself in times of crisis.