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Publication
London : Penguin, 2002.
Description
"Remember when everything was looking up? When the government was running at a surplus, pollution was disappearing, peace was breaking out in the Middle East and Northern Ireland, and the Bridge to the Twenty-First Century was strung with high-speed Internet cable and paved with 401(k) gold?" "Well, so much for the future. Michael Moore, the award-winning provocateur behind Roger & Me and the bestseller Downsize This!, now returns to size up the new century - and that big, ugly special-interest group that's laying waste to the world as we know it: stupid white men. Whether he's calling for United Nations action to overthrow The Bush Family Junta, calling on African-Americans to place Whites Only signs over the entrances of unfriendly businesses, or praying that Jesse Helms will get kissed by a man, Stupid White Men is Mike's Manifesto on Malfeasance and Mediocrity."--Jacket.… (more)
Media reviews
Moore has his own theories on why things are as they are. Deploying something like the "Six Degrees of Separation" theory, Moore insists that all society's ills are linked back to -- you guessed it -- stupid white men. Moore argues that it's greedy CEOs, politicians and those who support them who
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are responsible for what he sees to be American social decay. Perhaps he plays the blame game a bit too much, but Moore's thesis is both resonant and humorous. Show Less
San Francisco Chronicle
A sensational book.... If the state of the union grows any more dismal, Moore may just become the funniest man in America.
Los Angeles Times
Alternately snarly, outraged and very funny.
User reviews
LibraryThing member reading_fox
I'm possibly not the most appropriate person to review this, as I'm born ad bred in the UK, and the book is solely about US politics.
It caused quite a storm when it was initially released in 2002, but is somewhat dated now, although key themes do remain relevant.
The opening and closing chapters,
The style of the book is supposed to be light and humorous, but because the topics are so serious this doen't work well. There is plenty of hyperbole, and Moore's caustic "suggestions" aren't sufficiently over the top to be funny, but are far to removed from practicallity to be remotely belivable. IT is all first person, which is effective, but can rapidly become annoyingly smug. It is of course a polemic, with little if any rebutal - but then who wants to hear the spin that could be offered in defense.
On domestic politics where Moore is perhaps most at home, his views are strongest, and most belivable. In the middle chapters where he strays into foreign politics, environmentalism, femminism, racism etc he is much weaker. Many of the claims, although supported by an extensive bibliography, just aren't sensible, or backed up by sufficient evidence. The issues remain serios, but the 'jokes' fall flat.
A worthwhile read, particularly for the insights into the election scandels that are ancient history now. The most distressing thing, is that this kind of politics is making rapid headway in the UK.
It caused quite a storm when it was initially released in 2002, but is somewhat dated now, although key themes do remain relevant.
The opening and closing chapters,
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(and a few oints inbetween) deal with the election of George W Bush in '01 narrowly 'wining' over Al Gore. Bush then comes in for plenty of critism over various policies or lack thereof. In an attempt to be fair, or to tell the truth, Bush's predecessor, Clinton, also gets a heavy pasting, for not being much better. The style of the book is supposed to be light and humorous, but because the topics are so serious this doen't work well. There is plenty of hyperbole, and Moore's caustic "suggestions" aren't sufficiently over the top to be funny, but are far to removed from practicallity to be remotely belivable. IT is all first person, which is effective, but can rapidly become annoyingly smug. It is of course a polemic, with little if any rebutal - but then who wants to hear the spin that could be offered in defense.
On domestic politics where Moore is perhaps most at home, his views are strongest, and most belivable. In the middle chapters where he strays into foreign politics, environmentalism, femminism, racism etc he is much weaker. Many of the claims, although supported by an extensive bibliography, just aren't sensible, or backed up by sufficient evidence. The issues remain serios, but the 'jokes' fall flat.
A worthwhile read, particularly for the insights into the election scandels that are ancient history now. The most distressing thing, is that this kind of politics is making rapid headway in the UK.
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LibraryThing member auntycaz
i want a refund
LibraryThing member Sean_RMIT
If you want to know why large portions of the human race including my good self disapprove of America's government and corporates then read this book. Just like everything I have seen and read from Moore you are sure to go away angry.
This is especially true for me as many of the ugly neo liberal
This is especially true for me as many of the ugly neo liberal
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policies being perpetrated in the US are slowly slithering into the politics of other countries including Australia and New Zealand where I currently reside. Privitised medical, undermined workers rights and parasitical banks are a plague we all have to watch out for. Aided and abetted of course by stupid white men (and women) out for a quick buck at everyone elses expense. Like Moore or hate him he makes his point and makes it well. Show Less
LibraryThing member Carlie
A bit out-dated by the time I read it, yet still poignant. Moore gives no one a free ride and bashes all political parties - especially republicans and democrats.
Some topics discussed are the 2000 election, the environment, the prison system and capital punishment, international relations, etc.
Some topics discussed are the 2000 election, the environment, the prison system and capital punishment, international relations, etc.
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Moore gives advice and plans of action, albeit in a humorous tone, for the people to take back their nation. Fact-filled and soberly jolly - everything one would expect from Michael Moore. Show Less
LibraryThing member cwhouston
That's right - zero stars for this utter garbage.
I read this primarily because I enjoyed Columbine and because of the hype. Quite simply this is one of the most self-contradictory and badly written books I have had the misfortune to pick up.
I have neither the time nor inclination to fully document
I would urge anyone who has even the most basic grasp of Northern Irish or Middle Eastern history to read this book. Otherwise there is precious little to laugh at. The serious point is, however, that if you can see so many factual inaccuracies and misleading statements within the text then you seriously doubt the accuracy / honesty of the content of which, you are largely ignorant e.g. the details of the Florida election debacle.
In summary, I appreciate Moore is 'making a stand' and all that. Unfortunately there are many people who have purchased this book and believed everything that they have read, perpetuating the culture of unquestioning ignorance, which is perhaps the book's greatest hypocrisy.
I read this primarily because I enjoyed Columbine and because of the hype. Quite simply this is one of the most self-contradictory and badly written books I have had the misfortune to pick up.
I have neither the time nor inclination to fully document
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the innumerable hypocrisies contained in 'Stupid White Men', but I will illustrate the point with one example: One of Moore's central arguments is that the mass media uses misinformation, and alarmist / sensationalist stories to keep the population in a perpetual state of fear which somehow encourages them to shop more and ask fewer questions. He then goes on to write about the BSE epidemic and the link with nvCJD and actually states that infective material is released into the atmosphere (posing a health risk??!!) from incineration facilities. Outstanding Michael.I would urge anyone who has even the most basic grasp of Northern Irish or Middle Eastern history to read this book. Otherwise there is precious little to laugh at. The serious point is, however, that if you can see so many factual inaccuracies and misleading statements within the text then you seriously doubt the accuracy / honesty of the content of which, you are largely ignorant e.g. the details of the Florida election debacle.
In summary, I appreciate Moore is 'making a stand' and all that. Unfortunately there are many people who have purchased this book and believed everything that they have read, perpetuating the culture of unquestioning ignorance, which is perhaps the book's greatest hypocrisy.
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LibraryThing member ngennaro
There are few books I will stop reading as I feel you must read the entire book to understand the authors meaning. This however was not the case. The points made in this book were non-existent. This is just drivel written with such a bias that its not even worth finishing. Before you say this is
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because I am a "Michael Savage, Conservative" note that I have the exact same review on his book. Putting down two books in as many days because they were so blatently wrong, was a new low for me. Show Less
LibraryThing member JohnMunsch
An excellent book but the unabridged audio version of it leaves something to be desired. Arte Johnson (of Laugh-In fame) does a fairly good job of reading the text but has occasional gaffe's that really should have been caught and re-recorded. My favorite was when he incorrectly reads Kim Jong Il
There are also several sections where it sounds as though he is reading the text aloud for the very first time and somewhat stumbling through it as a result. I'd recommend the book over the audio recording.
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as Kim Jong Two.There are also several sections where it sounds as though he is reading the text aloud for the very first time and somewhat stumbling through it as a result. I'd recommend the book over the audio recording.
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LibraryThing member elmyra
Polemic but fun to read - until you think about it, at which point it becomes depressing. It's one of those books that we liberal Europeans love to read because it confirms that we're right. Unfortunately, preaching to the choir doesn't tend to achieve much. ;-)
LibraryThing member fpagan
I liked _Dude, Where's My Country_ so much that I decided to read its prequel. Written before Sep 11 but after what *really* made things go to hell -- the "election" of Boob One. From p 163: "We're the country everyone loves to hate. And who can blame them? We obviously hate ourselves -- how else
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can you explain 'President' W? In olden times, his head would already be adorning one of the bridges over the Potomac. Instead he prances around the world telling people he's our 'elected leader,' and we just look like ignoramuses and fools." Show Less
LibraryThing member ccurtis1
Good for people that do not understand the problems with this country. However, he comes across a little too propogandish and fails to recognize others sides argument fairly. Thus, it puts the right on the defensive and fails to give the a chance to learn.
LibraryThing member surreality
A little too much propaganda and too one-sided in the argumentation at times. The book touches on a variety of topics, usually in a well-cited manner, and brings up some interesting issues, mostly related to the US and Bush's government.
LibraryThing member arsmith
I got about halfway through this one and never finished it. I think he repeats a lot of stuff. More entertainment than anything else.
LibraryThing member whiteberg
Rather silly, but it has some funny and illuminating moments.
LibraryThing member Magoo2008
Brilliant! First book I ever got into. I love Michael Moore, he's biased and entertaining which is what comedy is all about. Bravo.
PS Who cares if he bends the truth a little, he's funny.
PS Who cares if he bends the truth a little, he's funny.
LibraryThing member Chilperic1
As a nationalistic Briton, its going to be harder for me to understand the difficulties America faces, but I shall will write this review anyway based on my view of the book.
The book starts off with a though-provoking introduction, but after that fast degenerates into Moore moaning about how George
Following this, the book goes over many issues with varying effectiveness. While humourous, it can be hard to read with constant ranting about the 'stolen' election and how all America's problems are to do with stupid white men... ironic considering who wrote the book.
The book starts off with a though-provoking introduction, but after that fast degenerates into Moore moaning about how George
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Bush stole the election, which not only is untrue, but is highly tedious.Following this, the book goes over many issues with varying effectiveness. While humourous, it can be hard to read with constant ranting about the 'stolen' election and how all America's problems are to do with stupid white men... ironic considering who wrote the book.
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LibraryThing member mjmorrison1971
Very interesting to read Michael Moore's tirade against Bush's 2000 election at the end of his term in office.
While primarily an anti-bush book Gore and Clinton cop a good spray too for their time in office.
Worth the time to read and easy for anyone to make it though.
While primarily an anti-bush book Gore and Clinton cop a good spray too for their time in office.
Worth the time to read and easy for anyone to make it though.
LibraryThing member mbmackay
A liberal comedian's take on the stupidity of Bush (always described as "President" Bush in view of the dubious electoral arrangements in Florida that triggered his initial win) and his era. Funny, but the reaction of the butts of his humour has always amused me more. Moore seems to be able to
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really get under the skin of the conservatives and neo-cons. Show Less
LibraryThing member samsheep
Fully agree with what he is saying but reading it feels rather like being shouted at. Inevitably becoming a bit dated now that the reign of Bush is mercifully over but much still remains sadly true about the remaining stupid white men.
LibraryThing member Caram
Too one sided and gets tedious after a while
LibraryThing member isabelx
I loved the introduction to the Penguin edition, where he explains to his non-American readers how the librarians of America put the fear of God onto his US publishers and forced them to publish SWM after they got extremely cold feet in the wake of 9/11. This is a great book, passionate and full of
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righteous indignation and ideas for making a difference. I have liked Michael Moore since seeing his "TV Nation" series. Show Less
LibraryThing member Devil_llama
The author hits and misses with about equal proportion. This book will go down well for those who already agree with him, but in our current polarized poltiical climate, those who do not agree will just dismiss everything he says, even in those cases where he agrees with them.
LibraryThing member tulstig
AN interesting mix of facts, semi-facts, suggestions and hypotheses - I found some of the things in the book difficult to believe. Of course some of it is now out of date but still hits a nerve. I'd love to see an updated version of how the Stupid White Men who run our world shape up now.
LibraryThing member Nandakishore_Varma
I read this book because I liked Fahrenheit 9/11, and because I share Moore's feelings towards George W. Bush. But the book proved to be highly speculative and unsatisfying, and left me suspecting Moore's genuinity, a feeling which was enhanced by watching the movies Bowling for Columbine and
A humourist once wrote: "For the rose bush of satire, the laughter is the flower and the criticism, the thorn. Remember, the flower is the adornment for the bush, not the thorn." Moore's rose bush is almost all thorns.
However, I give it two stars because I think Moore fights a worthy cause.
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Sicko. He seems to edit facts and figures to prove his point, in his books as well as movies, just like any politician. His humour is also too cynical for my taste. A humourist once wrote: "For the rose bush of satire, the laughter is the flower and the criticism, the thorn. Remember, the flower is the adornment for the bush, not the thorn." Moore's rose bush is almost all thorns.
However, I give it two stars because I think Moore fights a worthy cause.
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LibraryThing member DinadansFriend
I like a good trashing of the current stuctures of American politics and this is a good one. Mr. Moore is a keen social critic and they keep setting up targets for his barbs. The particular targets for this quiver are found in the essays entitled "Kill Whitey!", "Dear George", and "A Very American
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Coup" . It should be read, even by those who find Mr. Moore brings them news they don't want to hear. It is cruel fun, to an outsider, but for those of you in this mess..... Show Less
LibraryThing member MiaCulpa
Michael Moore and I agree on a basic issue; it's us white men that has buggered up the world. Personally I can't wait until non-white men or women take over. Moore makes some suggestions about how we could bring this around quicker, including hiring only black people from now on, to killing
Moore make some good points and treats us to a few chuckles but one seems to grow weary of Moore rather quickly.
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whitey.Moore make some good points and treats us to a few chuckles but one seems to grow weary of Moore rather quickly.
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Awards
Audie Award (Finalist — Humor — 2003)
British Book Award (Winner — Book of the Year — 2003)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2001
Physical description
xxii, 281 p.; 19.7 cm
ISBN
0141011904 / 9780141011905
Local notes
Omslag: Michael Moore
Omslaget viser Michael Moore
Indskannet omslag - N650U - 150 dpi
Omslaget viser Michael Moore
Indskannet omslag - N650U - 150 dpi
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Pages
xxii; 281
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