Title: Guardian of the republic : an American ronin's journey to faith, family, and freedom /
Authors: West, Allen, 1961-; Hickford, Michele.
Year: 2014
Subjects: West, Allen,; West, Allen, Philosophy.; United States. Biography.; African American soldiers Biography; African American legislators Biography.; Legislators United States Biography; Conservatism United States; African American legislators United States Biography.; African American soldiers United States Biography.; United States Politics and government; United States Politics and government
Abstract: Sharing the experiences that have shaped him and the beliefs he would die to defend, the veteran and former Congressman reveals his plan to get America back on track.
Contents: Prologue -- Early lessons -- Shaping operations -- My warrior's code -- Philosophical foundations -- Governing principles -- Pillars of conservative thought -- Conflicting philosophies of governance -- The soul of our souls -- The big lie and the 21st century economic plantation -- The hunt for Black conservatives -- Republic or democracy -- The dilemma for the American republic -- Servant leadership versus self-service -- Bravo-Foxtrot-Oscar.