Downsize This!

Americans today are working harder, working longer and yet for most of us, in this time of ruthless downsizing and political cronyism, job security, a decent standard of living and a comfortable retirement are becoming harder and harder to find. In this brilliantly funny and right-on-target diatribe, irreverent everyman Michael Moore gives his own bold views on who's behind the fading of the American dream. <p> Whether issuing Corporate Crook trading cards, organizing a Rodney King Commemorative Riot, sending a donation to Pat Buchanan from the John Wayne Gacy fan club (which was accepted) or trying to commit former right-wing congressman Bob Dornan to a mental hospital, the in-your-face host of <i>TV Nation</i> and director/star of <i>Roger & Me</i> combines an expansive wit with biting social commentary to make you think and laugh at the same time. <p> In hardcover, <i>Downsize This!</i> stormed the bestseller lists of the <i>New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, San Francisco Chronicle</i> and others. Given Michael Moore's enormous -- and growing -- constituency, this trade paperback edition brings his unique perspective on the nation to an even greater audience.