Do As I Say (Not As I Do): Profiles in Liberal Hypocrisy

Do As I Say (Not As I Do) examines the personal lives and behaviors of prominent liberal politicians and public figures in America. Peter Schweizer's investigation compares their public policy positions and statements with their private actions and financial dealings. The book profiles several well-known progressive leaders and activists, focusing on areas like taxation, education, housing, organized labor, and environmental policies. Through documentation and research, Schweizer presents cases where public figures' personal choices appear to conflict with their advocated political positions. The investigation draws from public records, financial documents, property records, and other verified sources to build its arguments. Each chapter focuses on a different political figure or family, examining specific aspects of their public versus private conduct. The work raises questions about authenticity in political discourse and the gap between public advocacy and personal practice. Its exploration of this disconnect contributes to broader discussions about accountability and consistency in American political leadership.

Readers describe this as a partisan political book that documents perceived hypocritical behavior of prominent liberal figures. The book focuses on personal finances, lifestyle choices, and business dealings that appear to conflict with stated political positions. What readers liked: - Well-researched with extensive footnotes and documentation - Clear writing style - Specific examples and financial details - Humor mixed with factual reporting What readers disliked: - One-sided political perspective - Some examples feel cherry-picked - Heavy focus on personal attacks - Lacks broader policy discussion - Some sources questioned as potentially biased Ratings: Amazon: 4.4/5 (749 reviews) Goodreads: 3.8/5 (826 ratings) Common reader comments: "Meticulously researched but clearly pushing an agenda" - Goodreads reviewer "Eye-opening exposure of hypocrisy, but only targets one side" - Amazon reviewer "Would be more impactful if it examined both political parties" - Goodreads reviewer

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🔍 Peter Schweizer spent three years investigating prominent liberal figures for this book, including extensive research through property records, court documents, and financial statements. 📚 The book remained on the New York Times bestseller list for 10 weeks after its 2005 release, despite receiving minimal mainstream media coverage. 💰 Among the revelations in the book: Michael Moore owned shares in Halliburton, Boeing, and other defense contractors while publicly criticizing these same companies. 🏠 The research revealed that Noam Chomsky, who frequently criticized capitalism and wealth inequality, set up a trust fund to protect millions in personal assets from estate taxes. 📊 The book's findings showed that several prominent liberal politicians who advocated for racial integration lived in neighborhoods that were less than 5% minority populated.