Summary
- “Broke: The Plan to Restore Our Trust, Truth, and Treasure” by Glenn Beck is a thought-provoking book that delves into the current state of the United States and offers solutions for restoring the country’s prosperity.
Book Genre
- Non-fiction, political and social commentary
Main Topic
- The decline of the United States and how to fix it
Key Ideas
- The country is in a dire financial situation due to government overspending and deceitful practices.
- The erosion of trust and truth in society has contributed to this problem.
- Individual responsibility and small government are key to restoring the country’s prosperity.
- There needs to be a cultural shift towards valuing hard work, honesty, and self-reliance.
Main Parts
- Part 1: Broke – discusses the current state of the country’s economy and how it got to this point.
- Part 2: Lost – talks about how trust and truth have been eroded in society, especially in politics and the media.
- Part 3: Found – outlines a plan for restoring trust, truth, and treasure in the country.
- Part 4: The Plan – takes a more in-depth look at the proposed solutions, including reducing government involvement and promoting individual responsibility.
Key Takeaways
- The country’s financial crisis is a result of government and societal failures.
- It is crucial to restore trust and truth in society in order to move forward.
- Individuals have the power to make a difference and must take responsibility for their own actions and well-being.
- The government should play a smaller role in people’s lives and the economy.
Author’s Background and Qualifications
Glenn Beck is a political commentator, author, and media personality. He rose to fame with his highly-rated talk show on Fox News. He is known for his conservative views and has written several books on politics and social issues. He has also founded his own media company, TheBlaze, which covers news, opinion, and entertainment.
Target Audience
This book is targeted towards individuals who are concerned about the current state of the United States and are interested in solutions for improving the country’s economic and societal issues. It would also appeal to those who are interested in political and social commentary.
Publisher and First Publication Date
- Threshold Editions is the publisher of “Broke: The Plan to Restore Our Trust, Truth, and Treasure”.
- The book was first published in September 2010.