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_America's_Constitutional_Heritage_
ACLU / $20.00
The ACLU's answer to David Barton's America's Godly Heritage video.
Features interviews with constitutional scholars and others. _ACLU._
Video_-_44_minutes._
_Blood_in_the_Face_
James Ridgeway / $19.95
_Blood_in_the_Face_ is the first book to expose the racist far-right
movements of America and Europe - movements whose participants range
from armed underground extremists to mainstream lobbyists and state
legislators. It tells their story from the inside out, in interviews,
photos, recruiting pamphlets, cartoons, rants, sermons, threats, police
reports, and famous last words before the final shootouts. _Village_
Voice_ political correspondent James Ridgeway highlights the words
and artifacts of the racist far-right and details the movement's volatile
history and rapid expansion in the last decade. _Blood_in_the_Face_
is the most current and comprehensive survey to date of a culture
that is too powerful - and too much a part of American culture - to
be ignored or dismissed. _Thunders_Mouth_Press._Paper_-_203_pages_
with_index._
_Church_Schools_and_Public_Money:_The_Politics_of_Parochiaid_
Edd Doerr and Albert J. Menendez / $14.95
The authors examine and critique the attitudes and activities of federal,
state, and local government regarding parochiaid. They offer a searing
indictment of the resurgent drive to support sectarian schools with
tax dollars. Concentrating on the last five decades, during which
the parochiaid lobbies have gained in influence, the authors reveal
that lawmakers in 42 states have increased tax support of chuch schools
to more than $1 billion per year. _Church_Schools_and_Public_Money_
includes a state-by-state survey of the most generous giveaways, revealing
statistics on nonpublic school enrollments, and an examination of
the biases taught by sectarian schools, particularly those operated
by Protestant fundamentalists. Doerr and Menendez skillfully summarize
the case against parochiaid and uncover the faulty reasoning of its
advocates. Prometheus Books. Paper - 156 pages._
_The_Coors_Connection_
Russ Bellant / $9.00
Journalist Russ Bellant examines the influential but little-known
role of the Coors beer family in American politics. Through their
philanthropic donations, Joseph Coors and other family members have
bankrolled a right-wing agenda of union-busting, homophobia, sexism,
racism, and covert operations. The Coors family has served as the
cornerstone of the right-wing movement known as the New Right. _The_
Coors_Connection_ details the individuals, organizations, and causes
supported by Coors philanthropy. A picture emerges of a family's frighteningly
narrow vision of the American dream, and its willingness to support
extremists who would undermine American democracy. _South_End_Press._
Paper_-_150_pages_with_index._
_50_Ways_to_Fight_Censorship_and_Important_Facts_to_Know_About_the_
Censors_
Dave Marsh / $5.95
Best-selling author Dave Marsh has created the first how-to manual
for people who want to respond to the growing list of challenges to
First Amendment freedoms. This positive, straightforward action guide
includes reports on the recent censorship battles over music, literature,
film, television, and the fine arts, as well as news coverage of the
Gulf War; comprehensive and at times shocking information about pro-censorship
forces, including individuals, organizations, and elected officials;
things you can do on your own or with others to fight back against
censorship, from boycotting products made by companies that fund the
censors to starting an anti-censorship petition campaign; and extensive
lists of organizations and resources. _Thunders_Mouth_Press._Paper_
-_128_pages_with_index._
_Freedom_Writer_10-Year_Collection_
IFAS / $30.00
Completely indexed, bound collection of _The_Freedom_Writer_, from
its inception in September 1984 through December 1994. _Institute_
for_First_Amendment_Studies._
_Hawking_God:_A_Young_Jewish_Woman's_Ordeal_in_Jews_for_Jesus_
Ellen Kamentsky / $12.95
Jews for Jesus is a multimillion-dollar, fundamentalist Christian
missionary machine whose goal is to covert as many Jews, world-wide,
as possible. From Boston to New York to Los Angeles, Ellen Kamentsky
takes you deep inside Jews for Jesus. Through her fascinating eyewitness
accounts, you'll see how Jews for Jesus sucked in a young, bright,
talented Jwish woman and kept her in with mind control. You'll learn
how they twist the meaning of Jewish symbols and holidays, raise money
from the Christian community, and target Jews in metropolitan areas.
Kamentsky eloquently recounts the painful story of how her parents
struggled for three years to free her from the group. If you've ever
wanted to know what Jews for Jesus is really all about, this book
is the definitive story. _Sapphire_Press._Paper_-_178_pages._
_Homophobia:_A_Weapon_of_Sexism_
Suzanne Pharr / $9.95
_Homophobia_ is the first book of its kind on the subject of homophobia
and sexism. It is essential reading for those whose lives and organizations
are affected by homophobia and for those who do trainings on homophobia.
Why homophobia exists, how it works, and what to do about it. Pharr
tackles her subject from a lesbian perspective and includes a discussion
on "internalized homophobia." _Chardon_Press._Paper_-_91_pages._
_How_to_Teach_the_Bill_of_Rights_
John J. Patrick with Robert S. Fleming / $17.00
The concepts of law with order, majority rule with minority rights,
limited government, and civil liberties are explained in this handbook
for teaching the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Lessons are
based upon primary documents and case studies and emphasize classroom
discussion. _Anti-Defamation_League._Paper_-_106_pages._
_Jesus_Doesn't_Live_Here_Anymore:_From_Fundamentalist_to_Freedom_Writer_
Skipp Porteous / $24.95
A nationally prominent First Amendment advocate and authority on the
Religious Right tells of his break with fundamentalist and the growth
of his intellectual and moral freedom. Porteous was saved at the age
of 11 by people who thought they were doing him - and God - a favor.
Their actions sent him on a long, arduous inner journey. Porteous
embraced fundamentalism because it provides simplistic solutions -
the Bible purportedly contains the answer for everything - and, like
millions of others, he needed to believe that he had found the one
true religion. A leave of absense from the Pentecostal ministry because
his first step in walking away. Removed from the extreme fundamentalist
viewpoint, with its narrow world view, his mind cleared. Reason and
logic emerged, and for the first time in his life he was free and
happy. Porteous explains how he was deceived into becoming a born-again
Christian, what he endured for so many years, how he got out, and
finally, why he fights so hard against the movement today. Using the
knowledge he has obtained in monitoring the Religious Right, he outlines
in disturbing detail what we can expect from the movement in the next
decade. _Prometheus_Books._Hardcover_-_313_pages_with_index._
_Leaving_the_Fold_
Marlene Winell / $13.95
A guide for former fundamentalists and others leaving their religion.
"This new book by psychologist Marlene Wynell provides valuable insights
into the dangers of certain forms of religious indoctrination and
outlines what therapists and victims can do to reclaim a healthier
human spirit." - Steve Allen. _New_Harbinger._Paper_-_297_pages._
_Losing_Faith_in_Faith_
Dan Barker / $20.00
_Losing_Faith_in_Faith_ records Dan Barker's dramatic journey from
devout soul-winner to one of America's most prominent freethinkers.
After nineteen years of preaching following his calling at age 15
- including work as a missionary, ordained minister, associate pastor,
touring evangelist, and Christian songwringer and performer - Dan
Barker lost faith in faith. Today Barker frequently represents freethought
on the talk show circuit and at personal appearances around the country.
In _Losing_Faith_in_Faith_, Barker explains why he left the ministry.
He also offers a definitive, compelling analysis of why he rejects
belief in a god and the claims of religion. He explores the fallacies,
inconsistencies, and harm of Christian doctrine and theistic dogma.
In its place, he issues an appealing and compassionate invocation
of freethought, reason, and humanism. _Losing_Faith_in_Faith_ is both
a challenge to believers and an arsenal for skeptics. _Freedom_From_
Religion_Foundation._Paper_-_392_pages_with_index._
_The_Missionary_Threat_
Rick Ross / $3.00
"Jews around the world are now faced by the greatest missionary threat
in history. “Born-again” crusades for converts are now stronger, with
more money and power, than ever before. The targets are you, your
children, and your parents. Colleges, high schools, nursing homes,
centers for the disabled, hospitals, and even prisons are being infiltrated.
Missionaries are exploiting the vulnerabilities of the young in transition,
the old and lonely, the sick who are helpless, and people in crisis."
- from _The_Missionary_Threat_. Rick Ross is a cult deprogrammer who
has been featured on "48 Hours," "Phil Donahue," and other national
television programs._Institute_for_First_Amendment_Studies._Paper_
-_11_pages._
_The_Myth_of_Separation_
David Barton / $7.95
Using quotes from the Founding Fathers and the decisions of the Supreme
Court, the author claims to prove that the separation of church and
state is a myth. "This book will examine the doctrine behind the prhase
'separation of church and state.' The Courts' use of separation of
church and state has enabled it to restructure significant aspects
of national public affairs; activities which were part of American
life for generations are now banned. Despite being so well recognized
by the general public and so heavily utilized by the Courts, few know
the origin of the phrase 'separation of church and state,' how it
was originally applied, or even when it was introduced into contemporary
American life. This book will examine that history and the evolution
of that phrase." - from the preface. _Wallbuilder_Press._Paper_-_336_
pages_with_index._
_Old_Nazis,_the_New_Right,_and_the_Republican_Party_
Russ Bellant / $11.00
A provocative, sometimes chilling expose of domestic fascist networks,
which include Nazi collaborators, within the Republican Party. Bellant
examines the willingness of related right-wing groups, such as the
World Anti-Communist League and the American Security Council, to
tolerate racism and anti-Semitism under the banner of anti-communism.
He includes a discussion of the role right-wing extremists play in
the formulation of U.S. policy toward South Africa and Central America.
_South_End_Press._Paper_-_146_pages_with_index._
_The_Opposition_Research_Handbook:_A_Guide_to_Political_Investigations_
Larry Zilliox / $20.00
Spells out clearly and concisely exactly how a novice investigator
would go through the processes of gathering information. This handbook
is aimed toward members if issues-oriented grassroots organizations
and uses as its example the investigation of a political candidate.
The techniques presented, however, can be used to investigate any
individual or corporation. The book is divided into nine broad categories
covering everything from how to organize an investigation and search
for information, through the variety of research methods and resources
available. The handbook also contains an extensive appendix including
checklists for tracking the information as it is gathered, directories
for many state and federal court systems, a recommended reading list,
and much more. The material covered ranges from the basics of how
one should begin an investigation through some unusual, or at least
uncommon, ways of finding out certain information. In addition to
being a well-organized wealth of information, _The_Opposition_Research_
Handbook_ is fun to read. The key to its success, for the author and
especially the reader, is its simplicity. _Investigative_Research_
Specialists._Binder_-_64_pages._
_Religion_in_the_Public_Schools_
ADL / $2.50
The place of religion in the nation's public schools has been hotly
debated for years, and recent efforts to introduce more religion into
them have increased the controversy. To highlight the potential problems
and to provide guidelines, ADL has published this handbook for school
board members, school administrators, teachers, parents, and others.
_Anti-Defamation_League._Paper_-_34_pages._
_Religious_Liberty_and_State_Constitutions_
Edd Doerr / $19.95
A summary of religious liberty provisions in the state constitutions.
_Prometheus_Books._Paper_-_117_pages._
_Religious_Liberty_and_the_Secular_State_
John Swomley / $14.95
Swomley surveys the current efforts of some religious and political
leaders to tear down the wall of separation of church and state, claiming
that the First Amendment clause "Congress shall make no law respecting
an establishment of religion" was intended merely to prohibit the
designation of any one church as a national one and to keep one denomination
from receiving preference over others. The author demonstrates that
this clause referred to the practice in the colonies and states of
multimple establishment of religion and was meant to prohibit the
federal government from giving even non-preferential aid to religion
institutions. Swomley asserts that the doctrine of separation of church
and state was not fully developed by those who wrote the Constitution
but, rather, is the product of a continuing revolution that took place
in the various states. He details the counter-revolution of the past
quarter-century led by ultraconservative politicians and by religious
leaders who would profit from government aid. He also discusses the
Supreme Court's erosion of the Establishment Clause and its progress
in defending the Free Exercise Clause. _Prometheus_Books._Paper_-_
148_pages._
_The_Religious_Right:_Assault_on_Tolerance_
David Cantor / $7.95
This new book is a must read for anyone engaged in the battle to protect
democracy from its assault by the radical Religious Right. The only
contemporary book of its kind, _The_Religious_Right:_The_Assault_on_
Tolerance_and_Pluralism_in_America_ offers a helicopter view of the
entire battlefield. All the key players and groups of the Religious
Right are explained in detail, along with their strategies, strengths,
and weaknesses. David Cantor, senior research analyst at the Anti-Defamation
League, has done his homework. His fact-filled primer is written with
a true understanding of the agenda of the Religious Right. This timely
and readable book will satisfy anyone who's awakened to the threat
posed by the Religious Right. A real eye-opener! _Anti-Defamation_
League._Paper_-_193_pages_with_index._
_Shut_Up,_Fag!_
Nathan Callahan and William Payton / $8.95
A collection of California Congressman Bob Dornan's outrageous statements
on gays, choice, drugs, education, culture wars, and other topics.
Includes a brief biographical sketch. "For sheer nastiness, there
hasn't been anything on Bob Dornan's scale since Caligula held office
in Rome. _Shut_Up,_Fag!_ will provide hours of spine-tingling reading
for the whole family." - Barbara Ehrenreich. _Mainstreet_Media._Paper_
-_120_pages._
_Spiritual_Warfare:_The_Politics_of_the_Christian_Right_
Sara Diamond / $16.00
The most comprehensive treatment available, this book exposes the
enduring political clout of the Christian Right, from its control
of a multibillion-dollar broadcast industry to its counterinsurgent
"missionary" work in the Third World. Starting where the superficial
media coverage of the TV preacher scandals left off, Diamond examines
in riveting detail the movers and shakers of the Religious Right -
the propagandists, fundraisers, and freedom fighters who aid and abet
the most regressive U.S. government policies, both foreign and domestic.
In addition to the extensive treatment of religious broadcasting,
_Spiritual_Warfare_ includes a harrowing description of authoritarian
shepherding churches, as well as analyses of Christian Right activism
in the Republican Party, the mobilization of anti-feminist women on
"pro-family" issues, ongoing efforts to delegitimize progressive Christianity,
and a multitude of "low-intensity conflict" projects in Central America,
southern Africa, and the Philippines. This unsettling journey into
the little-known but extremely dangerous Christian Right is informed
by extensive first-hand research - hundreds of interviews, attendance
at scores of evangelical meetings, and more than a decade of monitoring
religious broadcasting. _South_End_Press._Paper_-_292_pages_with_index._
_Stars_in_the_Constitutional_Constellation_
Steven Green / $14.95
An annotated guide to federal and state constitutional provisions
on church and state. _Americans_United._Paper_-_145_pages._
_Stranger_at_the_Gate:_To_Be_Gay_and_Christian_in
America_
Mel White / $23.00
White, a former ghostwriter for Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson, comes
out of the closet to confront homophobia in the Religious
Right. _Simon_&_Shuster._Hardcover_-_333_pages._
_Teaching_the_Bill_of_Rights_
William Brennan Jr. / $2.50
Supreme Court Justice William Brennan discusses the problems of individual
civil liberties within the framework of the Constitution. He presents
teaching methods helpful in explaining the interdependence of our
legal and educational systems. _Anti-Defamation_League._Paper_-_23_
pages._
_Theocracy_in_America?_The_Religious_Right's_Political_Agenda_
Skipp Porteous and Lou Sheldon / $5.00
Debate with Porteous of the Institute for First Amendment Studies
and Sheldon of the Traditional Values Coalition. _Americans_United_
for_the_Separation_of_Church_and_State._Audio_-_60_minutes._
_Visions_of_Reality:_What_Fundamentalist_Schools_Teach_
Albert J. Menendez / $14.95
Menendez examines history, English, and science textbooks most widely
used in fundamentalist private schools, and documents the fact that
these schools promote prejudice against people of other faiths, distort
history, derogate our literary heritage, cast science in a bad light,
and otherwise indoctrinate children with visions of reality that are
incompatible with public tax support. _Prometheus_Books._Paper_-_152_
pages._
_Why_the_Religious_Right_Is_Wrong_About_Separation_of_Church_and_State_
Rob Boston / $15.00
Award-winning journalist Rob Boston lambastes the zealots of the Religious
Right for spreading misinformation about the constitutional separation
of church and state. He reveals how a band of ultraconservative religious
groups with a political agenda - led primarly by televangelist Pat
Robertson - is conducing a systematic war against the separation of
church and state. The tactics of these groups are designed to exploit
unfounded fears and turn the American people against the separation
principle. To expose the Religous Right's blatant distortions of U.S.
history and correct its skewed analysis of legal rlings, Boston objectively
reviews the evolution of church-state relations in the United States
and looks at how the separation principle has been applied by the
courts. He also examines efforts by sectarian groups to win government
support for their schools, the school prayer issue, the history of
the free exercise of religion, and the controversial role of religion
in the public square. Boston concludes by giving readers strategies
for defending the separation principle from attacks by the Religious
Right. The author insists that separation of church and state is the
best policy for both insitutions and asserts that without it the United
States cannot remain a free nation. _Prometheus_Books._Paper_-_257_
pages_with_index._
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