Guardian of the Republic

An American Ronin's Journey to Faith, Family, and Freedom

By: Allen West, Michele Hickford

Narrated by: Allen West

Over the course of the past few decades, Allen West has had many titles bestowed on him, among them Lt. Colonel, U.S. Representative, "Dad", and Scourge of the Far Left. He rose from humble beginnings in Atlanta where his father instilled in him a code of conduct that would inform his life ever after. Throughout his years leading troops, raising a loving family, serving as Congressman in Florida's 22nd district, and emerging as one of the most authentic voices in conservative politics, West has never compromised the core values on which he was raised: Family, faith, tradition, service, honor, fiscal responsibility, courage, freedom.

Today, these values are under attack as never before, and as the far Left intensifies its assaults, few have been as vigorous as West in pushing back. He refuses to let up, calling out an Obama administration that cares more about big government than following the Constitution, so-called Black "leaders" who sell out their communities in exchange for pats on the head, and a segment of the media that sees vocal Black conservatives as threats to be silenced.

Now more than ever, the American republic needs a guardian: A principled, informed conservative who understands where we came from, who can trace the philosophical roots of our faith and freedom, and who has a plan to get America back on track. West isn't afraid to speak truth to power, and in this book he'll share the experiences that shaped him and the beliefs he would die to defend.

©2014 Allen West (P)2014 Tantor

Critic reviews

"Guardian of the Republic is a book to savor - entertaining, fearless, and fun." (Mark Levin)

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Allen West here makes his case for a return to conservative governance in America. Starting with a brief auto-biographical section, in which he establishes his black conservative roots as well as his membership in the noble warrior class, Allen West proves that he is a far cry from his contemporaries in the leadership of the black community. His is the voice of reason, espousing the principles of limited government, personal freedom and private property rights; elements which he rightly identifies as the principles of modern Conservatism, which he explains has its origin in Locke’s Classical Liberalism. In other sections of the book West explains the history of the Socialist movement, both here and abroad, and how Marxists have re-branded themselves as Progressives here in America. This is a good introduction to conservative thought and will help spread the message that we are allowing government to erode our freedom piece by piece. The fact that Allen West is both a Conservative and a black American will insure that he remains a polarizing figure, and thankfully, for that very reason, that his message of reason finds a wide audience.

Must read for all current & future Americans

best book all year from the best of the country- gives me hope for America

Straight talk from one in the know.

Allen explains in simple, straight forward language what is happening to America today with historical facts and depth of insight beginning with our founding fathers clear vision and brilliance.

West’s warmth, intelligence, and authenticity

Excellent words of wisdom all Americans should have the opportunity to hear. The way West tells his autobiography couched in terms of his philosophy is an effective approach.

A very worthwhile read .

i would recommend this book for any age group. logical concise amd well read