The Machine

Written by the blogger who was the first to report on the lobbyists who planned the Tea Parties, A Field Guide to the Right is a groundbreaking, comprehensive exposé of the hidden plans to keep America on a rightward lurch. The book dissects the rise of “patriot” hate groups, reveals the role of New York City’s most celebrated billionaire in financing the fodder for Glenn Beck and Congresswoman Michele Bachmann, and exposes how former Bush operatives and current trade association heads have cleverly adapted to crush Obama and progressive reform. For anyone interested in comprehending the new landscape of the conservative movement, here is an essential guide to the people, the money, and the strategies that make it tick.