Book description
"BATTLING THE BIG LIE is an important read for anyone who's wondering how the far right traffics in lies and what we can all do to fight back." ―PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER OF YES WE (STILL) CAN! AND CO-HOST OF POD SAVE AMERICA. BATTLING THE BIG LIE explains how to combat political disinformation and dangerous lies of the right-wing propaganda machine. In BATTLING THE BIG LIE, bestselling author Dan Pfeiffer dissects how the right-wing built a massive, billionaire-funded disinformation machine powerful enough to bend reality and nearly steal the 2020 election. From the perspective of someone who has spent decades on the front lines of politics and media, Pfeiffer lays out how the right-wing media apparatus works, where it came from, and what progressives can do to fight back against disinformation. Over a period of decades, the right-wing has built a massive media apparatus that is weaponizing misinformation and spreading conspiracy theories for political purposes. This "MAGA Megaphone" that is personified by Fox News and fueled by Facebook is waging war on the very idea of objective truth--and they are winning. This disinformation campaign is how Donald Trump won in 2016, almost won in 2020, and why the United States is incapable of addressing problems from COVID-19 to climate change. Pfeiffer explains how and why the Republicans have come to depend on culture war grievances, crackpot conspiracies, and truly sinister propaganda as their primary political strategies, including: Republican efforts from Roger Ailes to Steve Bannon and Donald Trump to sow distrust while exploiting the media's biases and the Democratic Party's blind spots. The optimization of Facebook as the ultimate carrier of Trumpist messaging. Educating the Left to stop clutching pearls and start "fighting fire with fire." How to fight back against the trolls spreading disinformation and hate on the Internet. A functioning democracy depends on a shared understanding of reality. America is teetering on the edge because one of the two parties in our two-party system views truth, facts, and science as their opponent. BATTLING THE BIG LIE is a call to arms for anyone and everyone who cares about truth and democracy. There are no easy answers or quick fixes, but something must be done.
Essex
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks seamlessly. Very convenient.
Classy Luck
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Barbwire
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a brilliant way to connect. 🎶📚 The harmony between simplicity and functionality in this app is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never sounded this good! 🎵🎧 Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories – this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. 📱🎧 The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Acid Gosling
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
PP Dubs
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Star Killer
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Junkyard Dog
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3P-own
ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. With ListenBook, I've rediscovered my love for audiobooks. The binaural audio processing is a game-changer for comfortable, fatigue-free listening.
Prof. Smirk
Navigating my audiobook library is a breeze – thank you, app developers! I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Pyscho Hun
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Audiobook listening has never been this easy and convenient – it's like having a personal narrator. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. I can enjoy clear recordings. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Dr. Cocktail
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Flashpoint
This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a perfect match.
MuseMaster
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Gamer Bean
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Hemingway Mirmillone
With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. The intuitive interface and efficient navigation make this app a pleasure to use every day.
Sweetness
The range of self-help and personal development audiobooks is truly enriching. I appreciate how ListenBook offers various methods for downloading audio – it caters to different preferences. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs.
Freeze Queen
Listening to audiobooks on this app has become my favorite way to relax. I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. Auto-rewind is a very handy feature. Excellent app. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Kevlar Wanted
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
FireBerry
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GuTzd
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience