A Simple Government by Mike Huckabee Summary
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In "A Simple Government," former governor Mike Huckabee offers twelve conservative solutions for America's challenges. This New York Times bestseller advocates family values and smaller government, uniquely blending traditional conservatism with environmental stewardship. Can Huckabee's common-sense approach bridge America's deepening political divide?
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Introduction: The Need for Simplicity
We need a simple government. Now, don't get me wrong - I know that many of our nation's problems are highly complex. But I also know that the governing principles that can solve them, if we work together, are simple. That's why I've written this book - to outline twelve essential truths that can help us put aside our differences, tone down the partisan rancor, and return to the simple principles of our Founding Fathers: liberty, justice, personal freedom, and civic virtue. I'm Mike Huckabee, former governor of Arkansas and Republican presidential candidate. Throughout my career in politics and public service, I've advocated for a smaller, simpler government that gets out of the way when appropriate. Unfortunately, we've seen our government grow more complex and intrusive, especially under the Obama administration. The stimulus failed to stop the recession, the deficit exploded to unimaginable heights, and we got a healthcare law that gave the government unprecedented power over our personal lives. It's time to change course. In this book, I'll share twelve common-sense principles for restoring America's greatness. These aren't partisan talking points - they're fundamental truths that can resonate with Republicans, Independents, and open-minded Democrats alike. So let's dive in.
Part 1: The Foundation of American Strength
Part 2: Restoring Fiscal Sanity
Part 3: Securing Our Borders and Defending Our Values
Part 4: Empowering States and Communities
Part 5: Preserving Our Constitutional Rights
Part 6: Restoring American Greatness
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"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
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"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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