
Drain the Swamp
How Washington Corruption Is Worse Than You Think
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Lavish parties. Committee chairmanships for sale. Pay-to-play corruption. Backroom arm-twisting. Votes on major legislation going to the highest bidder.
Congressman Ken Buck (R-CO) is blowing the whistle on the real-life House of Cards going on behind the scenes in our nation's capital. Elected in 2014 as president of one of the largest Republican freshman classes ever to enter Congress, Buck quickly realized why nothing gets done in Congress, and it isn't because of political gridlock - in fact, Republicans and Democrats work together all too well to fleece taxpayers and plunge America deeper into debt.
"It is an insular process directed by power-hungry party elites who live like kings and govern like bullies," Buck reports.
Buck has witnessed firsthand how the unwritten rules of Congress continually prioritize short-term political gain over lasting, principled leadership. When Buck tangled with Washington power brokers like former Speaker John Boehner, he faced petty retaliation. When he insisted Republicans keep their word to voters, he was berated on the House floor by his own party leaders. When other members of Congress dared to do what they believed to be right for America instead of what the party bosses commanded, Buck saw them stripped of committee positions and even denied dining room privileges by the petty beltway bullies.
In Drain the Swamp, Buck names names and tells incredible true stories about what really happened behind closed doors in Congress during legislative battles that have ensued over the last two years, including budget, continuing resolutions, omnibus, trade promotion authority, Iran, and more.
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- Oscar
- 10-26-20
Wow. The truth is out. I’ll be listening to this over and over.
Now that I know the truth of what goes on in The United States Congress it’s hard to have hope that our country can change course
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- Beckie
- 01-02-18
If you care about democracy, read this
What did you love best about Drain the Swamp?
The free and honest sharing of disgusting behavior by our elected individuals on both sides of the isle. This is a must read that will prompt activity on the readers part.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Drain the Swamp?
The longer representatives are there the worse their behavior. This is a testimony for term limits.
What about Brian Holsopple’s performance did you like?
Well read, easy to listen to.
What’s the most interesting tidbit you’ve picked up from this book?
I need to take action.
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- Patricia Crews
- 05-06-17
The future I want for all generations is in jeopardy!
What could be more important than leaving a disciplined government and healthy economy to future generations!
In my opinion there is nothing more egregious than the corruption of our leaders and the 20 trillion deficit my grandchildren and others are facing because people refuse to hold Washington accountable!
This book makes me livid but gladly so.
Both political parties are to blame.
Instead of finger pointing let's do something!
I intend to. With as loud a voice as I can muster!
Thank you Ken Buck! You've pinpointed exactly where this country needs to take action. And if we Americans don't we've only ourselves to blame!!!
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- Martin K Reynolds
- 09-16-20
Enlightening
It is a more complex problem to be solved than I believe the American people realize. But, with books like this we gather the information to then drain the swamp and attack the deep state.
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- Gramcracker Grandma
- 11-15-23
Extremely interesting
Well written and very informative. A must read! I highly recommend for those prepared to know the truth about the swamp.
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- Chrystine
- 05-26-21
timely still!
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must read for all young Americans. It is time for a constitutional convention to convene.
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- Kristen Robeson
- 02-22-21
Everyone should read
This books was very informative and I enjoyed that both parties were critiqued! The action items at the end gave me hope that my children and their children can live in a country that is balanced, equitable, and strong for each of its citizens.
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- Paul Myers
- 12-15-17
This book will teach you something you didn't know
full of information that only an insider would know, this book is educational with a few really good stories for fun.
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- JSS
- 05-05-17
very depressing
I guess I am not really surprised by what is going on. nearly impossible to change.
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- Ms. Chief
- 11-22-20
sad but true
an insight into our worst fears of government. definately worth reading and hope for future corrections.
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