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Orrin Woodward and I have been pleasantly surprised at the overwhelming response to the release of our latest book, Leadership and Liberty: Pieces of the Puzzle. It seems people are ready for a message like the one brought forward in the book.

I would like to hear from you three readers (of this blog) about the book. What passages spoke to you the most? What did you learn? What do you disagree with? How many of the books in the suggested reading list have you read? Have you shared the book with anyone yet? What was their response?

These questions are important to us because we are doing all we can to fight for liberty, freedom, and justice for all. Your feedback will help us get better at delivering the message. Thanks for joining the conversation!

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17 responses to “Leadership and Liberty”

Cathy – Team Rascals

August 17, 2009

Chris,
I am still reading it. I am gradually reading it at work, on my breaks and over lunch. I am savoring it . . .
As I mentioned to you at the Seminar in Syracuse Saturday, I loaned it to a co-worker last Thursday, who is a big fan of Glen Beck and the Tax Day Tea Party movement. I specifically made sure to promote the “A Republic, If You Can Keep It” chapter. (I sacrificed my own lunch time reading to do it . . .)
He is normally someone who enjoys spending time talking with coworkers on his breaks. That day, he actually took his whole lunch break, ate and read everything in the book up to and including that chapter I promoted. Hungry for more, he borrowed our “Launching A Leadership Revolution” pack over the weekend. He watched the DVD, listened to the CD and read 1/2 the book, all in a weekend he described as “busy!” He said he was only sorry he didn’t get a chance to finish it when he returned it to me this morning . . .
Now, he wants to hear more, and meet others who think like we do. So, I’m helping him figure out how to clear his schedule for our Open this week . . .

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Paul Britz

August 18, 2009

I am still reading the book as of now. Loving it. So many good points! I was pleased to see Peter Schiff talked about. I like his work. Also, I just picked up Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand and started reading it. Slow read but very eye opening. I like that it is on your list of Economic books to read. Thanks for all you do!
Paul Britz

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Matt Foote

August 18, 2009

I’m still in the process of reading it, but my favorite story so far is that of Hungary opening up their boarders to Austria to allow East German refugees through. What a great example of great courage standing against tyranny knowing that there could be dire consequences but doing it anyway because it was the right thing to do. I can’t wait to see what else is waiting for me as I finish the book. Thanks to you and Orrin for continually being the example we need of true leadership.

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Skipper

August 18, 2009

Howdy Chris, You and Orrin just wrote a book that can once again lead this country to GREATNESS. It is full of so many truths. A few of the many that I caught:
1. Any inividual has claim to basic freedoms and rights that the majority has no right to take away. Page 21
2. If there are no absolutes then no convictions, then courage is weakened. Less courage leads to less leadership. Page 53
3. If you kill the entrepreneur then you kill the catalyst for the entire economy Page 64
4, Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. Page 78
5. Chronic deficit spending (the hallmark of the welfare state) Page 79
6. That free market forces can regulate economies better than bureaucrats. Page 125
7. Equal opportunity is better than equal results. Page 141
8. We can’t take our old self into a bright new future. Page 161.
Plus all of the truths I have found and am practicing on how to be a better leader.
Skipper

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Peter Hatvani

August 18, 2009

I am only half way through the book but I too liked the Tyranny Falls chapter and the Hungarian border opening because it hits close to home and made my heart beat fast. I was 8 years old and left Hungary with my family as soon as we could (16 June 1989) and I have to say the Hungarians have always been ‘rascals’. No wonder I am on the TEAM and serving my new country (Canada) in the military. Not surprising that I call my leaders Claude and Lana Hamilton.

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Lynn Cupp

August 19, 2009

Got it a few days ago, half way through. Excellent! Great job, guys.

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Mary Hermsen

August 19, 2009

I hope I can still comment, since you only wanted to hear from 3 readers :>). Oh My Gosh…..Where do I begin!? First of all, I share your passion (and then some) for the freedom of our country and the very scary current political events. I know God placed me with Team to be part of the Revolution. So please call upon me when it is time to rise up!!
Secondly, I was rolling on the floor laughing while reading “Democracy in the NBA” (P. 81). This same idea could be applied to so many different things.
Thirdly: P. 68: “Celebrating diversity does not unite, it divides”. Thank you so much for saying that! I’ve always felt it, but never knew how to vocalize it, and wondered if I was being a racist. I, for one, am so tired of “diversity” being thrown at us and our children every time we turn around. And where is all the money coming from to pay for this “Diversity Training”?
There’s so much more I could comment on, but will give other people an opportunity.
OK, one more thing……..ORRIN: YOU GET IDEAS WHEN YOU ARE SLEEPING???? (P. 104 #3). I knew there was something extra special about you! I usually just call it dreaming.
Great book….I’m sure I’ll weigh in more later. Thanks for leading the Revolution to save our country!!

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William Tefteller

August 20, 2009

Orrin and Chris did such an amazing job with this book to convey to the readers about leadership and liberty. The thoughts of these amazing leaders come forth straight and to the point on such important issues. I would exhort all to savour these words of wisdom and awake from your slumber to stand up for freedom. Thanks again Orrin and Chris for your unyielding service.
William S. Tefteller

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William Tefteller

August 20, 2009

Orrin and Chris did such an amazing job with this book to convey to the readers about leadership and liberty. The thoughts of these amazing leaders come forth straight and to the point on such important issues. I would exhort all to savour these words of wisdom and awake from your slumber to stand up for freedom. Thanks again Orrin and Chris for your unyielding service.
William S. Tefteller

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Sara H.

August 20, 2009

Hi,
Mr. Brady, I have yet to finish this book “Leadership & Liberty”. Yet, so far I do agree on what Abe Lincoln said ‘If you can keep it’ referring to if we can keep our country a republic country. Then just noticed, it ties in with the previous book ‘A Thomas Jefferson Education’. Because isn’t that the problem with today’s economy? We need more discussions/mentoring on both side of things? Anyways, looking forward to a book by Laurie Woodward & Terri Brady:) I haven’t been in college lately & this is a great way to stay in good study habit. I’m going for an LPN degree so far. No worries though, I’m still active with my team whom brought up & challenged me to go after my dreams. God bless you guys:)
Sara

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Skipper

August 20, 2009

Howdy Chris, I read in your book how private ownership of property is a requirement of free enterprise. Isn’t it interesting that 30% of the property in the United States is owned by the government.
Skipper

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Kerry Konecny

August 21, 2009

Hi Chris, I have just started the book and look forward to what lies ahead in my reading! In the “People Skills: Victory over Self” the statement is made that we have to change ourself. I agree with this but my question is how can I change myself?…and the answer is I can’t. Only God can produce a real lasting heart change and we can at best produce a behavior change. Our pastor recently preached on this topic which is covered in Ephesians 4:20-24. The key is to put off the old self(sin) renew our thinking(which is done by God through a relationship with Christ) and then put on the new self(the attribute of God that is the opposite of the sin-example put on contentment instead of jealousy). The key to this is the middle step of God renewing our thinking which as my pastor stated is the hinge on which the putting off and putting on swing. The sermons are at http://www.countrysidebible.org/CBC.php?t=23&series=13&seriesT=Ephesians on 5/24/09, 5/31/09, and 6/28/09.
Thank you for your leadership!
Kerry

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Phyllis Hoff

August 24, 2009

Hey Chris:
Sorry, I had not commented sooner.
I had only read a few pages when this post came out. I am about half way through, and oh, my!
You guys have hit a home run.
Right out of the gate, The chapter ” How much can we carry ” was incredible. Hunger, the fuel of your leadership engine. Wow!
Democracy in the NBA is priceless.
Encouraging in a discouraging world.
This book is phenomenal.
I love how you guys put it together too. The chapters are not lengthy at all, which is such a nice read. You get through one and you are on the edge of your seat for more.
The minds of you two are unbelievable. I am going to Washington D.C. for meetings in September for two days, and I just want to take several copies of the book and hand them out to everyone.
Thank you Chris and Orrin for such
an excellent masterpiece.
God Bless.

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Tovah Terranova

August 24, 2009

Hi Chris, I love the book. I’m now recommending it to EVERYONE I know. I can’t wait for my daughter to read it (she’s only 17 mos. old right now, so we’ve got some time) but to be able to help her get that ice cream sandwhich without the wrapper…is SO very important to me not just as a member of the Team, but as a parent of the next contributing generation.
Thank you for your prose, your ability to deliver the most complex into a fun story for all to read. God Bless you and your family!

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Stuart Colvin

August 25, 2009

Chris: This book is such an easy read with incredible set of messages delivered so well that I think I sometimes miss the main point! I can see this being a great book to dip into when you want to get your mind working on something, there is a key embedded in the words that just get you thinking!
Wow!!! I wonder if the media reviewers will understand this, it just may pass them by!
Congratulations to you both, Stuart.

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Mandy Matha

August 31, 2009

Chris & Orrin: this book is awesome! i am not very far into the book probably because it is so profound. i’ll read a page or two (or more!) and find myself thinking and agreeing with what i’ve just read. then, i go back and read it again. Dave & I have spent most of our married life collecting books: science fiction; history; art…and exposing our children to reading from a very early age. Reading is a great habit, but make sure you know what you’re reading! I’ve decided I need to stop reading for pure fluff, and really wrap my brain and my future around something that will make a difference. thanks, guys! can’t wait to continue on with this book, which is where i’m going right now…..

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Andrew Zentner

November 14, 2009

Excellent masterpiece! It’s hard to narrow down your very favorite but i’m beginning to believe that a major portion of our problems today stem from people sharing in Protagoras’ philosophy that “man is the measure of all things.” pgs 52, 53. I used to believe that as well until I got plugged into a system and learned there are absolutes in this world!
I shared this with my father and didn’t expect the response I got from him. He said that he knew these truths were out there but talking to other people about these big topics made him felt like he was dilusional. After reading this book he knows he’s not crazy and now he has the tool to support his discussions.

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