Dave Barry Hits Below the Beltway
Dave Barry Hits Below the Beltway by Dave Barry, published by Random House Publishing Group on October 29, 2002, is a reprint edition comprising 208 pages in English. This book presents a humorous exploration of American politics, focusing on the unique dynamics of Washington, D.C., Austin, and South Florida. Barry offers a satirical take on the political landscape, providing readers with an original history and guide that reflects his comedic style.
In this edition, readers will find Barry’s entertaining insights into the political process, including his amusing interpretations of foundational documents like the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The book also delves into topics such as the income tax code, government growth, and the complexities of congressional hearings. Through anecdotes and trivia, Barry aims to make sense of the often bewildering world of politics, ensuring that his humorous perspective remains accessible and engaging.
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Just in time, Dave Barry supplies the wholly original, much needed history and guide to the new American politics and its three capitals, Washington, D.C., Austin, and South Florida. No surprise: it’s hilarious.
Understanding the urgent need for a deeply thoughtful balanced book to explain our national political process, Dave Barry has not even come close. Though he himself has covered many campaigns, run for President several times, and run for cover at the rainy inauguration of George W. Bush (the man will spare nothing for his art) Barry has instead outdone himself.
Below the Beltway includes Barry’s stirring account of how the United States was born, including his version of a properly rewritten Declaration (When in the course of human events it behooves us, the people, not to ask “What can our country do for us, anyway?” but rather whether we have anything to fear except fear itself…)and a revised Constitution (Section II: The House of Representatives shall be composed of people who own at least two dark suits and have not been indicted recently.).
Dave also cracks the income tax code, explains the growth(s) of government, congressional hearing difficulties, and the persistent rumors of the influence of capital in the Capitol. Among other civic contributions, his tour of Washington, D.C., should end school class trips forever.
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