Why I Am a Democrat

Rating:
Summary: Blather
Review: Blather. Blather blather blather... That about sums it up. Even Sorensen's cogent points are incoherent. To say that the Democratic party Sorensen paints is "principled" must be, frankly, a sarcastic joke. And one made in the poorest taste. If his really is an accurate reflection, the Democratic party has fully forsaken its roots to finally cater only to hatemongers. This book is likely neither to convince the opposition nor to satisfy the adherent. I really don't see what good there is in it. No matter how much a Democrat you are, I have to believe that almost any other book is more suitable to your sensibilities.

Rating:
Summary: A prominent place on my shelf
Review: Like "We're Right, They're Wrong," Sorensen's book is pure pleasure for us unapologetic liberal Democrats (and there are far more of us than is generally acknowledged), reminding us why we are that. Sorensen is an eloquent writer, both principled and pragmatic, who is more respectful to his/our opposition than you would expect (but not without explaining *why* they're his opposition!) His historical background as a witness to the Kennedy years enhances his credibility. While it is short on specific facts (for that, I would recommend American Prospect Magazine, or an E. J. Dionne book), Sorensen's book is inspirational and moving, and will always have a prominent place on my shelf. What a pity that it's out of print.

Rating:
Summary: A prominent place on my shelf
Review: Like "We're Right, They're Wrong," Sorensen's book is pure pleasure for us unapologetic liberal Democrats (and there are far more of us than is generally acknowledged), reminding us why we are that. Sorensen is an eloquent writer, both principled and pragmatic, who is more respectful to his/our opposition than you would expect (but not without explaining *why* they're his opposition!) His historical background as a witness to the Kennedy years enhances his credibility. While it is short on specific facts (for that, I would recommend American Prospect Magazine, or an E. J. Dionne book), Sorensen's book is inspirational and moving, and will always have a prominent place on my shelf. What a pity that it's out of print.

Rating:
Summary: Blather
Review: The same old story liberals love to repeat endlessly: Republicans are racist, uncaring, and greedy; Democrats are compassionate and selfless. Sorensen is Rush Limbaugh's complete opposite: each man thinks their party is right 100% of the time. We know what their opinions are before they say or write them, making it completely pointless to listen or read any "ideas" they propound. This book is simply not even worth opening, let alone buying it, unless you enjoy predictable partisan spin.

Rating:
Summary: Inspiring.
Review: This is a great book to remind us young Democrats what our party has stood for and stands for. We can be proud of our heritage.

Of course this book is going to get nasty reviews from Republicans, but hey, that's why it's a good book!...

Rating:
Summary: Inspiring.
Review: This is a great book to remind us young Democrats what our party has stood for and stands for. We can be proud of our heritage.

Of course this book is going to get nasty reviews from Republicans, but hey, that's why it's a good book!...