Hillary Clinton's Memoirs to Hit Stores

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[Sub-Driver]

Hillary Clinton's Memoirs to Hit Stores 1 hour, 28 minutes ago

WASHINGTON - After laying out a seven-figure advance for Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (news - web sites)'s memoirs, her publishers are counting on seven-figure sales.

The account of her years in the White House will have a first printing of 1 million copies, her lawyer told The Associated Press. The 576-page book, entitled "Living History," is scheduled for release June 9. An audio version, read by Clinton, will be released the same day.

"Only a small handful of books have a 1-million-copy first printing, and I cannot think of another nonfiction book in recent history that has had that large a first printing," Robert Barnett, Clinton's lawyer, said Sunday.

The first lady-turned senator was paid an $8 million advance by Simon & Schuster. Foreign rights have already been sold in 16 countries, from South America to Europe to Asia.

The list price for the book, according to online seller amazon.com, is $28.

The book, which took two years to write, will be billed as a "complete and candid" accounting of her years in the White House, from the health care debate to impeachment to the launching of her own political campaign in 2000.

[Ole Okie]

Can you say "remainder aisle"? I thought you could. ;-)

1 million books on the remainder table priced at $0.50?

And not selling?

Ah, life is good.

[xJones]

Wasn't it just two weeks ago we were reading how Hitlary hadn't even come up with a title? She certainly turned it out in a hurry.

Yes, we were reading that, and how the publishers were "livid" because she wasn't going to tell all because she'd decided not to divorce Bill. At the time, the book didn't even have a title.

Printing one million copies? That's a lot of books to be remandered.

[ricpic]

I see trouble with the NOW gang. Shouldn't a charter member have called it Lying....er, Living Herstory?

[metalboy]

Profile of a Sociopath

A number of mind-manipulating cult leaders may exhibit many of the behavioral characteristics of a sociopath--an outstanding ability to charm and seduce followers. Since they appear apparently normal, they are not easily recognizable as deviant or disturbed. Although only a trained professional can make a diagnosis, it is important to be able to recognize the personality type in order to avoid further abuse. These traits also apply to a one-on-one cultic relationship.

 

	Glibness/Superficial Charm Language can be used without effort by them to confuse and convince their audience. Captivating storytellers that exude self-confidence, they can spin a web that intrigues others. Since they are persuasive, they have the capacity to destroy their critics verbally or emotionally.
	Manipulative and Conning They never recognize the rights of others and see their self-serving behaviors permissible. They appear to be charming, yet are covertly hostile and domineering, seeing their victim as merely an instrument to be used. They dominate and humiliate their victims.
	Grandiose Sense of Self Feels entitled to certain things as "their right." Craves adulation and attendance. Must be the center of attention with their own fantasies as the "spokesman for God," "enlightened,"  "leader of humankind," etc. Creates an us-versus-them mentality
	Pathological Lying Has no problem lying coolly and easily and it is almost impossible for them to be truthful on a consistent basis. Can create, and get caught up in, a complex belief about their own powers and abilities. Extremely convincing and able to pass lie detector tests.
	Lack of Remorse, Shame or Guilt A deep seated rage, which is split off and repressed, is at their core. Does not see others around them as people, but only as targets and opportunities. Instead of friends, they have victims and accomplices who end up as victims. The end always justifies the means and they let nothing stand in their way.
	Shallow Emotions When they show what seems to be warmth, joy, love and compassion it is more feigned than experienced and serves an ulterior motive. Outraged by insignificant matters, yet remaining unmoved and cold by what would upset a normal person. Since they are not genuine, neither are their promises.
	Incapacity for Love While they talks about "God's love" they are unable to give or receive it. Since they do not believe in the geniuses of their followers' love, they are very harsh in testing it from their devotees and expect them to feel guilt for their failings. Expects unconditional surrender.
	Need for Stimulation Living on the edge, yet testing the beliefs of their followers with bizarre rules, punishments and behaviors. Verbal outbursts and physical punishments are normal.
	Callousness/Lack of Empathy Unable to emphasize with the pain of their victims, having only contempt for others' feelings of distress and readily taking advantage of them. Their skills are used to exploit, abuse and exert power. Since the follower cannot believe their leader would callously hurt them, they rationalize the behavior as necessary for their (or the group's) own "good" and deny the abuse. When devotees become aware of the exploitation it feels like a "spiritual rape" to them.
	Poor Behavioral Controls/Impulsive Nature Rage and abuse, alternating with small expressions of love and approval produce an addictive cycle for abuser and abused, as well as creating hopelessness in the victim. Believe they are all-powerful, all-knowing, entitled to every wish, no sense of personal boundaries, no concern for their impact on others. The followers only see them as near perfect.
	Early Behavior Problems/Juvenile Delinquency Usually has a history of behavioral and academic difficulties, yet "gets by" by conning others. Problems in making and keeping friends; aberrant behaviors such as cruelty to people or animals, stealing, etc.
	Irresponsibility/Unreliability Not concerned about wrecking others' lives and dreams. Oblivious or indifferent to the devastation they cause. Does not accept blame themselves, but blame their followers or others outside their group. Blame reinforces passivity and obedience and produces guilt, shame, terror and conformity in the followers.
	Promiscuous Sexual Behavior/Infidelity Totalist leaders frequently practice promiscuity, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual acting out of all sorts. This is usually kept hidden from all but the inner circle. Stringent sexual control of their followers, such as forced breakups and divorces, removal of children from parents, rules for dating, etc.
	Lack of Realistic Life Plan/Parasitic Lifestyle Tends to move around a lot or makes all encompassing promises for the future. Many groups claim as their goal world-domination or other utopian promises. Great contrast between the leader's opulent lifestyle and the followers' impoverishment. Support by gifts and donations from the followers who are pressured to give through fear and guilt. Highly sensitive to their own pain and health.
	Criminal or Entrepreneurial Versatility Changes their image and that of the group as needed to avoid prosecution and to increase income and to recruit a range of members. Is able to adapt or relocate as needed to preserve the group. Can resurface later with a new name, a new front group and a new twist on the scam.

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1. Contemptuous of those who seek to understand them
   
   

2. Does not perceive that anything is wrong with them
   
   

3. Authoritarian
   
   

4. Secretive
   
   

5. Paranoid
   
   

6. Only rarely in difficulty with the law, but seeks out situations where their tyrannical behavior will be tolerated, condoned, or admired
   
   

7. Conventional appearance
   
   

8. Goal of enslavement of their victim(s)
   
   

9. Exercises despotic control over every aspect of the victim's life
   
   

10. Has an emotional need to justify their crimes and therefore needs their victim's affirmation (respect, gratitude and love)
    
    

11. Ultimate goal is the creation of a willing victim
    
    

12. Incapable of real human attachment to another
    
    

13. Unable to feel remorse or guilt
    
    

14. Extreme narcissism and grandiose
    
    

15. May state readily that their goal is to rule the world

 

The above traits are based on the psychopathy checklists of H. Cleckley and R. Hare.

NOTE: In the 1830's this disorder was called "moral insanity." By 1900 it was changed to "psychopathic personality." More recently it has been termed "antisocial personality disorder."

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The Sociopath (link offsite)

Letter which covers sociopathic behavior at headquarters

Without Conscience: The disturbing world of the psychopaths among us by Robert D. Hare (book)

Books exposing Herbert W. Armstrong (includes where to order)

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[Black Bart]

Notice the article does not say the book is in print, or even in final form. Only that it is due in June. Wonder how far along it is, and if it will appear on schedule?

[Sacajaweau]

Hope Hillary enumerates on

1. How they stole the White House items and how they got caught.

2. Her reaction to the "sperm stained" dress.

3. Her joy that everyone now has the "FREEDOM" to kill babies.

4. What Vince Foster really knew and how he really met his demise.

5. Mr. Brown's last flight.

6. The FBI files.

7. The China connection

8. Her "stand by your man" theory.

The book should be listed as "Historical Fiction".

[xJones]

Don't you just know that that poor ghost writer has been chained in a basement, and fed only bread and water until she/he finishes that book? :)

[nicmarlo]

Only the most liberal will purchase Hitlery's book, and the DNC will buy the rest.

[ricpic]

Metalicaman: Great list. But where's dragon lady's charm?

[torchthemummy]

Clearly the story a week or so ago saying she hadn't produced anything was a complete rouse to get some free publicity and to try to put egg on anyone that had criticised the supposed delay. This is similar to the hype made about the tape of Bill Clinton, the one where he was going to come off as very defensive, very tart and angry at other points. Of course when it did come out, he said alot of "I don't recall", "To the best of my knowledge" etc. and did get a little animated but due to the hype the appearance did not match the purported "flying off the handle".

As far as sales go, thousands of liberal colleges and public libraries will snatch up the vast majority giving the appearance of brisk sales but we ever-vigilant Freepers and our other idealogical soulmates will get the truth out!

[Cyclops08]

My guess is that it WILL sell. But only because Lib groups buy them en-mase. Like labor unions, NOW, teachers associations, universities will have this as required reading, and other groups looking to have Hillary to owe them a favor.

Never undersetimate a Rat! They will find a way to make this a best seller, and continue to groom HRC as a candidate.

[TheyConvictedOglethorpe]

and the DNC will buy the rest.

You bet they will. And since that counts as "sales," the NY Times will list the book as a #1 bestseller.

[TomGuy]

"Living History,"

Oh look, someone made a typo. That's ok, I'll correct it: "Livying History".

[Miss Marple]

The funniest thing to me is that she is doing the audio book! HAHAHAHAHA!

Chapter One

You know, as I look back on the amazing times I lived through, you know, it was like a dream. You know, many people didn't think Bill and I had a chance at the presidency, but you know, strange things can happen....

[nicmarlo]

Goal: assure Hitlery 2008 candidacy, no matter the cost.

[xJones]

You may be right about the ruse. We were certainly snookered by the Bill Clinton tapes. But I've got to borrow a copy at the library, just for the laughs. Libraries across the country will be buyers, and I remember how Jimmy Carter's autobiography was so dull that P.J. O'Rourke made up an hilarious party game using it.

[chiefqc]

This so called "Book" will be just like her whole life, perverted and all lies.

[paulklenk]

Look at the listing on Amazon:

1 person recommended The Communist Manifesto in addition to Hillary Clinton Memoir

LOL!

[jimbo123]

AN OPEN LETTER TO HILLARY CLINTON BY JUANITA BROADDRICK

'DO YOU REMEMBER?'

SUNDAY OCT 15, 2000

As I watched Rick Lazio's interview on Fox News this morning, I felt compelled to write this open letter to you, Mrs. Clinton. Brit Hume asked Mr. Lazio's views regarding you as a person and how he perceived you as a candidate. Rick Lazio did not answer the question, but I know that I can. You know it, too.

I have no doubt that you are the same conniving, self-serving person you were twenty-two years ago when I had the misfortune to meet you. When I see you on television, campaigning for the New York senate race, I can see the same hypocrisy in your face that you displayed to me one evening in 1978. You have not changed.

I remember it as though it was yesterday. I only wish that it were yesterday and maybe there would still be time to do something about what your husband, Bill Clinton, did to me. There was a political rally for Mr. Clinton's bid for governor of Arkansas. I had obligated myself to be at this rally prior to my being assaulted by your husband in April, 1978. I had made up my mind to make an appearance and then leave as soon as the two of you arrived. This was a big mistake, but I was still in a state of shock and denial. You had questioned the gentleman who drove you and Mr. Clinton from the airport. You asked him about me and if I would be at the gathering. Do you remember? You told the driver, "Bill has talked so much about Juanita", and that you were so anxious to meet me. Well, you wasted no time. As soon as you entered the room, you came directly to me and grabbed my hand. Do you remember how you thanked me, saying "we want to thank you for everything that you do for Bill". At that point, I was pretty shaken and started to walk off. Remember how you kept a tight grip on my hand and drew closer to me? You repeated your statement, but this time with a coldness and look that I have seen many times on television in the last eight years. You said, "Everything you do for Bill". You then released your grip and I said nothing and left the gathering.

What did you mean, Hillary? Were you referring to my keeping quiet about the assault I had suffered at the hands of your husband only two weeks before? Were you warning me to continue to keep quiet? We both know the answer to that question. Yes, I can answer Brit Hume's question. You are the same Hillary that you were twenty years ago. You are cold, calculating and self-serving. You cannot tolerate the thought that you will soon be without the power you have wielded for the last eight years. Your effort to stay in power will be at the expense of the state of New York. I only hope the voters of New York will wake up in time and realize that Hillary Clinton is not an honorable or an honest person.

I will end by asking if you believe the statements I made on NBC Dateline when Lisa Myers asked if I had been assaulted and raped by your husband? Or perhaps, you are like Vice-President Gore and did not see the interview.

Juanita Broaddrick
Arkansas

[TomGuy]

The funniest thing to me is that she is doing the audio book! HAHAHAHAHA!

Chapter One

You know, as I look back on the amazing times I lived through, you know, it was like a dream. You know, many people didn't think Bill and I had a chance at the presidency, but you know, strange things can happen....

Slightly corrected version:

You know uh, as I uh look back on uh the amazing times I uh lived through uh, you know, it was like uh a dream. Uh You know, uh many people uhmmm didn't think uh Bill and uh I uhmmm had a chance uh uhmmm at the uh presidency, but uh you know, uhmmm strange things uh uhmmmm can happen....