Armey's Axioms
40 Hard-Earned Truths from Politics, Faith and Life
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Acclaim for Armey's Axioms
"As I read Armey’s Axioms, my mind immediately went to the man from Springfield, Abraham Lincoln, who cloaked brilliant wisdom with grace and good humor that had its roots in the heartland of America. Without question, Dick Armey is one of the most brilliant and principled men ever to serve in the leadership of the United States House of Representatives. His axioms are a delightful read for anyone seeking to understand the faith, the patriotism, and the integrity that has made America great."
–Dr. M. G. "Pat" Robertson
"In Armey’s Axioms, Dick Armey gives us more than his great sense of humor and Texas-size common sense. With a creative and personal touch, it is the best advice I’ve seen for those who want to make it in Washington, and even better for those who want to make it in life."
–Bob Dole
"We Americans like to cut to the chase when it comes to difficult issues. In Armey’s Axioms, Dick Armey does just that. By skillfully breaking down complex social and moral issues, he presents us with such simple and direct answers that it’s hard not to agree with his logic. Wrapped in wry wit and humor, the book is wise, insightful, and above all, compelling."
–Marlin Maddoux
President, National Center for Freedom & Renewal
host, Point of View radio talk show
"In just ten years, Dick Armey moved from C-SPAN viewer to Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives. In Armey’s Axioms he presents some of the lessons he has learned from his years in the House and from country music. . . . It’s a good read, packed with good advice."
–Michael Barone
U.S. News & World Report
coauthor, The Almanac of American Politics
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This collection of advice, criticism and opinion by the former majority leader of the House of Representatives sheds light on the various forces at play in the unsparing world of Washington politics. Offering personal anecdotes and theories sure to please conservatives of all ages, Armey entertains issues ranging from the meaning of freedom ("true freedom carries with it responsibility and accountability") to the essential difference between liberals and conservatives:"Conservatives see an irrefutable connection between ends and means and have a keen understanding of costs and limits...It is far more important to a liberal to have your heart in the right place than to have your head on straight." Throughout the brief essays that explicate each maxim, Armey draws upon his Christian faith for guidance, and does not shy away from controversial statements. His fellow right-wingers will appreciate such claims as"There Is Nothing so Arrogant as a Self-Righteous Income Redistributor" (to wit, Congressman Charles Rangel) and"There Is Nothing to be Learned from the Second Kick of a Mule" (where he interestingly states his aversion to conflict).