With the Old Breed is a powerful and poignant memoir written by Eugene B. Sledge, detailing his experiences as a Marine during World War II. The book chronicles his time in the 1st Marine Division, specifically with Company K, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, during the brutal battles of Peleliu and Okinawa. Sledge's account is marked by its simplicity and searing honesty, capturing the intense violence, fear, and camaraderie that defined the lives of soldiers in the Pacific Theater. He describes the harsh training, the unimaginable carnage, and the psychological impact of constant fear and horror. The memoir also highlights the brotherhood among the Marines and the struggle to retain humanity amidst the chaos of war. It is praised for its unvarnished and realistic portrayal of combat, making it a classic in American military history[1][2][5].
In 'Liberty and Tyranny: A Conservative Manifesto,' Mark R. Levin provides a comprehensive analysis of the conservative movement in the 21st century. The book contrasts the principles of conservatism with those of 'statism,' which Levin defines as the longing for complete control of all human activity by a collective group, typically the federal government. Levin argues that the greatest threat to liberty is an all-powerful central government and that the Founders intended to prevent such a scenario through the Constitution. He discusses various issues such as welfare, environmentalism, immigration, and the role of government, emphasizing the importance of individual freedoms, self-reliance, and the dangers of government overreach. The book is structured around the dichotomy between 'The Conservative' and 'The Statist,' highlighting the philosophical, historical, and practical differences between these two ideologies.
In American Marxism, Mark Levin argues that the core elements of Marxist ideology are now widespread in American society and culture, influencing schools, media, corporations, Hollywood, the Democratic Party, and the Biden presidency. Levin analyzes the psychology and tactics behind these movements, including the brainwashing of students, the anti-American purposes of Critical Race Theory and the Green New Deal, and the escalation of repression and censorship. He exposes the institutions, intellectuals, scholars, and activists leading this revolution and provides strategies on how to confront them. The book also discusses the historical inaccuracies and flaws in Marxist ideology and its adaptations in the American context.
On Thursday’s Mark Levin Show, the Senate parliamentarian is blocking Medicaid changes to waste, fraud, and abuse in the big, beautiful bill. House Republicans proposed tightening Medicaid eligibility with work requirements and restrictions on illegal aliens, but the Senate parliamentarian deemed these changes outside budget reconciliation, exposing the bill to a filibuster. The Senate’s decision not to challenge this ruling perpetuates Medicaid misuse. Additionally, the Senate opposes raising the $10,000 cap on home mortgage interest and property tax deductions, disproportionately affecting taxpayers in high-tax blue states. We need to maximize tax deductions for individuals no matter if they live in a blue or a red state. Presidents Reagan and Trump’s tax policies fueled economic growth. Also, Zohran Mamdani, a New York City mayoral candidate, is a dangerous Marxist Islamist with ties to anti-Semitic and anti-Israel activities. Mamdani’s proposals, including city-owned grocery stores, massive tax increases, and refusing to cooperate with ICE, are policies that could drive out productive residents, attract welfare-seekers, Islamists, and Marxists, and lead to economic disaster for New York City. If Mamdani gets elected you will see authoritarian democracy in NYC. Authoritarian democracies mimic authoritarian regimes, using seemingly legitimate legal processes—such as passing tyrannical laws or disregarding due process—to justify power, prioritizing legality over justice or morality. Later, John Catsimatidis, owner of Red Apple Media and grocery chains Gristedes and D’Agostino Supermarkets, calls in to warn that he'll close his grocery stores if Mamdani wins the NYC mayor race. Catsimatidis explains that Mamdani’s policies, including massive tax increases and defunding the police, would drive businesses out and harm the city’s economy. In addition, capitalism drives innovation and improves quality of life by creating wealth through valuable goods and services, such as grocery store chains offering affordable, diverse food options. In contrast, Marxism destroys societies without producing tangible benefits. Capitalism underpins everyday conveniences—clean water, electricity, advanced healthcare, and mobility—unmatched globally. Marxist and socialist ideologies promise unattainable utopias while overlooking capitalism’s capacity to foster equality through social mobility, enabling anyone to rise from poverty to wealth. Finally, Johnny Joey Jones calls in to discuss his new book, Behind the Badge – Answering The Call To Serve on America’s Homefront.
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