num_pages: 276
description: In his uniquely witty way, Tom Alman provides a humorous but informative look at some of life's most perplexing issues. In the process he dissects a number of sacred cows. Mr. Alman exposes numerous inefficiencies in both private business and government agencies and discusses the proper role of government in our democracy. He identifies the factors that make America great, and endorses - while questioning - the political system that will preserve this greatness. Alman goes on to suggest reforms and/or the abolishment of some of our beloved institutions, including our legal system, public education, the Internal Revenue Service, and the Post Office. He even dares to rank the last ten presidents, giving supporting rationale. Marching bravely into the taboo area of religion, he discusses the evolution of modern religions and dares even to discuss the value of prayer, the importance of church attendance, and how certain we can be of God's Will. His examination of man's reluctance to assume personal responsibility and strange behavior in the delicate areas of race relations and sex is really intriguing. Mr. Alman's book comes alive through the cast of fictional neighborhood characters, most notably Shifty Sheister, the retired attorney; Dr. Cosmo Payne, surgeon; Artie Gay, the alternate lifestyle artist; and Mark Sist, a liberal thorn in the author's left side! Given the contrarian nature of many of Alman's positions, every reader will certainly find something to disagree with. But they may also find something that reinforces their own beliefs! Here's what other readers had to say. 'As a Canadian-born American citizen who has conducted business in both countries, I believe Tom has hit the bulls-eye on what makes America great! His witty description of our supply and demand-driven free enterprise system should be required reading for government policy makers!'G. Denton Clark, President (Ret.) RCA Canada 'I know just enough about national politics to know Tom Alman knows t
language: English
title: Politics, Religion, Sex, & Other Controversial Topics: Myths and Reality
titlecomplete: Politics, Religion, Sex, & Other Controversial Topics: Myths and Reality
publisher: AuthorHouse