I've started listening to a new podcast based on a recommendation from a co-worker that I really respect as being highly intelligent. I qualify that, because some might listen to the Alex Jones podcast and think that the guy has just stepped out of his mind and off the deep end. I tend to find myself thinking the same thing. At the same time though some of his extreme allegations begin to make sense and paint a believable, albeit incredible, conspiracy by the US government against the American people.Those who know me know that I'm a pretty trusting guy. Some would even say gullible. But I do my research too. I'm going to test some of Alex Jones allegations. To start my quest, I just purchased two books. The first is titled "The Bushes" by Peter Schweizer and Rochelle Schweizer. Researching the author, I expect the book to take a pro-Bush slant. The second book, "My Life", an auto-biography by Bill Clinton, I imagine will take a pro-Clinton stance. I choose to start my research by reading knowingly biased viewpoints in order to better frame the accusations placed against these leaders by Alex Jones. I'll report back what I find.
After reading these, I will attempt to find books that tender a more neutral view point.
Your recommendations are welcome.
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