Anybody read MM's book about the troops?

[Midlodemocrat]

I am halfway through it. Letters from the troops to Michael Moore supporting his effort and trying to oust Bush. Very good so far. I love Michael Moore.

[lindsayg]

1. I got it when it came out

I skimmed through it a little bit, I'll read it all after I finish "Imperial Hubris".

[NightTrain]

2. Yes. It's awfully powerful stuff.

Sad thing is, I'll bet Moore already has more than enough material for a sequel book. :cry:

[Midlodemocrat]

3. that is exactly what I thought while I was reading it!!! n/t

[shance]

4. Cannot recommend it highly enough. I read in one sitting.

Its a book that I promised myself I would read a little tonight and I couldn't stop reading until I had read the entire book (which is not a huge tackle).

It made me feel more connected to the kids overseas and I felt empowered as a result. Such amazing wonderful kids/people in our military. Made me very proud and hopeful.

It was a continuous affirmation to read what these individuals were saying. I was impressed with the insightfulness, knowledge and awareness by the troops of what is really happening despite being in the military and despite the media/military black out.

It also gave me a better view of what the men and women are dealing with and the fears, hopes, dreams, etc they are experiencing and feeling. That was important for me because I think its easy for me to remain at a distance and after reading this, I didnt feel as powerless and I realized how much these individuals need and WANT our help, attention and focus right now.

What hit me the most is the book is how many of our troops pinned all their hopes on Kerry winning. It broke my heart and I found myself enraged at the same time. I would wager Kerry did win the military vote, although if the Pentagon counted the votes will we ever really know?

Has made me feel a bit more betrayed by Kerry. I hope I will be proven wrong. If anyone needs us now, these kids and men and women do.

It inspired me in a way that I very much have needed since the election. I imagine it could benefit others as well.

Thanks for the thread.

[azoth]

5. Yep. It was a very interesting read. It really brought home to me

the knowledge that it's real people in Iraq, with real lives and families and everything else.

Not that I didn't realize it before - but it made it more *present*, if that makes sense.

[Qanisqineq]

6. I have it but haven't read it yet

I've felt too depressed since Nov. 3rd. I got the book on Nov. 3rd for my birthday and haven't felt like depressing myself even more. I plan on reading it very soon, though.

[Dem2theMax]

7. I'm about half way through it. Made me cry, made me mad,

at * of course. Made me wish I could bring everyone of our troops back home NOW. sigh.

And I love Michael too. :)

[in_cog_ni_to]

8. Yes. I have it and read it.

Very touching to read what our soldiers and their families have to say. DU's own Mari333 had 2 letters published in the book!

Michael Moore rocks! :yourock: