John Perkins: Confessions of an Economic Hit Man

Liberty and Equality: A Renewed Sense of Hope

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Dear Friends,

I'm spending most of the summer on the road, traveling  across the US, speaking about The Secret History of the American Empire, and encouraging audiences to commit to creating a sustainable, stable,  and peaceful world for everyone every where. Thousands of people have  promised to do so.

Thanks to you and your support, Secret History  made it to the New York Times bestseller list after just 5 days in  book stores. Confessions of an Economic Hit Man is back on the  list (now in its 63rd week in on the list. Both books are at #22 (one as a hardback, the  other as a paperback) on the July 15 list.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN; WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

To me, It is a strong indication that  people want to know. They want to be informed . . . and they want to take action. We all want a  better world.

On July 4th, I watched the fireworks and thought about all the  courageous people who have fought in so many ways to defend the ideals of liberty and equality. I thought about us and our growing community throughout the world. I felt a  renewed sense of hope.

Thank you for all you are doing to change the dream!

I hope to see you at one of my upcoming events.

Much love,   John

P.S. SPREADING THE WORD
Many of you ask if there is anything you can do  to help spread the word. YES! Here's a simple one: Please submit a review of  Secret History to at Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/)  or  whatever on-line vendor you use. If you buy from a local book store, God bless you -- submit an on-line review anyway! Letting the world know your  feelings, thoughts, and ideas, is a powerful expressions of your First Amendment  rights.

The Secret History of the American Empire by John Perkins 
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Visit the John Perkins COLLECTION at the Global Dialogue Center
Confessions of Economic Hit Man with new material in paperback

People are the Difference Makers Once Again!

John writes from the ROAD...

Dear Friends,

This first week for The Secret History of the American Empire has been remarkable. I continue to be moved by how many of you are committed to make the world a better place our children and grandchildren.

Once again, I am deeply grateful for all your hard work to spread the word. Today, I received a message saying that The Secret History made the New York Times Bestseller Extended List at #22 in its first week! This also influenced Confessions... again landing at #26 (previously 59 weeks on the list).

This response is again a symbol of our collective power to create change. I feel absolutely confident that as each person reading The Secret History finishes it, we will do the right thing. As I wrote, "Together we will utilize the resources providence has provided to establish human societies that reflect our highest goals."

Many of you continue to ask how you can help. Spreading the word for the good of all is a big step forward. So, I welcome your help. There are a couple resources that you may find helpful as you reach out to help others get informed and learn how they can join you in a plan of action.

I've asked the Global Dialogue Center to share the details with you below.

I look forward to meeting many of you as I continue my book tour and welcome your comments.

John Perkins

RESOURCES TO SHARE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

1. DEMOCRACY NOW! Interview with Amy Goodman
This is a full hour interview that I did live on June 5, 2007.  Read|Listen|Watch|Print

2. The Moments of Insight Series at the Global Dialogue Center
This is a series of six short audio programs, I recorded based on requests from many of you. It is based on The Secret History...:

Our GEO-Political Crisis and YOU
with John Perkins, New York Times Bestselling Author
The Secret History of the American Empire and Confessions of an Economic Hit Man
Six-episode audio learning program: Listen NOW www.globaldialoguecenter.com/insights
1-Wake-UP Calls
2-Lessons from Asia Pacific
3-Lessons from Latin America
4-Lessons from the Middle East
5-Lessons from Africa
6-Changing the Dream; Changing the World

The Secret History of the American Empire by John Perkins 
Learn more about the new book
Order at Amazon.com 

Visit the John Perkins COLLECTION at the Global Dialogue Center
Confessions of Economic Hit Man with new material in paperback

SPREADING THE WORD: Creating a sustainable, stable, and peaceful world

Dear friends,

I am just returning from an extensive road trip. It has been rewarding to see the ever-increasing interest and passion to create a better world everywhere I go. The Omega NYC Conference I wrote about previously sold out with 2,000 attending and at the Chicago Green Fest 40,000!!

My new book, The Secret History of the American Empire, will be in stores June 5, 2007. One of the world's great historians, Howard Zinn, author of A People's History of the United States described the work in these words: "A sweeping, bold assault on the tyranny of corporate globalization, full of drama and adventure, with devastating stories of greed run wild. But Perkins is undaunted, and offers imaginative ideas for a different world."  I hope you read it, discover its meaning in your own life and spread the word.

I wrote Secret History as a follow-up to Confessions because of things I heard during the last 2 ½ years, as I traveled around the U.S. and Latin America, speaking in public, meeting with presidents, former presidents, and other government officials, and talking with an array of people in places like Bolivia, Nicaragua, and Ecuador. Secret History zeroes in on hot spots around the world, and drawing on interviews with Hit Men, Jackals, reporters, government officials, and activists, examines the current geopolitical crisis. It's clear that the world we've created is dangerous and no longer sustainable.  How did we get here?  Who's responsible?  What good have we done and at what cost? And what can we do to change things for the next generations? The answers to these questions - especially the last one - are the soul of Secret History.

HOW YOU CAN HELP SPREAD THE WORD TO OTHERS
Many people ask me how they can help. One immediate way is to pre-order the book, read it and share it. It was the people around the world --- not mainstream media ---- that helped Confessions of an Economic Hit Man earn 59 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. This recognition opened many doors to share its message, waking up people on a global scale. It also resulted in the book being published in 27 languages and also engaged and ignited a powerful movement toward creating a better world. For this I am most grateful.

You can help build the momentum for change by ordering The Secret History of the American Empire online today. It is a way to join others in demonstrating your support for the message of change. The goal is to surpass what we did with Confessions, making this important message one no one can ignore. The more copies you order – for friends and family – the more energy for a better world!

Ordering at Amazon.com through Global Dialogue Center or at www.dreamchange.com will ensure a percentage of the proceeds will be donated to programs devoted to inspiring change.

Together let’s create a sustainable, stable, and peaceful world for future generations everywhere. I look forward to seeing and talking with many of you in the months ahead as I begin touring again.

John Perkins

The Secret History of the American Empire by John Perkins 
on sale June 5, 2007 
Learn more about the new book
Pre-Order at Amazon.com

Visit the John Perkins Collection at the Global Dialogue Center
Confessions of Economic Hit Man with new material in paperback

FOCUSING IN ON HOT SPOTS AROUND THE WORLD

Dear friends,

As I wrote previously, I entered 2007 with a renewed commitment to create a stable, sustainable, and peaceful world. The weeks that have followed have strengthened my resolve. How about you? As more and more of you are becoming aware of the facts of our world, our march is gaining momentum.

Confessions of an Economic Hit Man continues to be a catalyst for change. I am grateful to all of you that have used it to enlighten and awaken others around you. It means a great deal to hear of the ways you are using it across the globe. One demonstration of results of your work in spreading the word was in the November edition of Ode magazine (the one with Nelson Mandela on cover). They reported that they "contacted ten leading independent bookstores from all corners of the Earth and asked them to compile a list of their TOP 10 non-fiction bestsellers during the first six months of 2006. Only six books appear on the various lists more than once." 

Confessions of an Economic Hit Man was one of those 6 books, appearing on the US list (at #4) and the Africa list (at #6)!

As I've also shared with you, I spent a good portion of last year writing my new book that will be released in June 2007: The Secret History of the American Empire: Economic Hit Men, Jackals, and the Truth About Global Corruption zeroes in in on hot spots around the world. It draws on interviews with other hit men, jackals, reporters, government officials, and activists and examines the current geopolitical crisis. It affirms that instability is the norm—it’s clear that the world we’ve created is dangerous and no longer sustainable. The book explores the compelling questions: How did we get here?  Who’s responsible?  What good have we done and at what cost? And what can we do to change things for the next generations? In addressing these questions, I reveal the secret history behind the events that have defined our world, including:

·         The current Latin American Revolution and its lessons for democracy
·         How the “Defeats” in Vietnam and Iraq benefited big business
·         The role of Israel as Fortress America in the Middle East
·         Tragic repercussions of the IMF’s “Asian Economic Collapse”
·         US blunders in Tibet, Congo, Lebanon, and Venezuela 
·         Jackal (CIA operatives) forays to assassinate democratic presidents

From the U.S. military in Iraq to infrastructure development in Indonesia, from Peace Corps volunteers in Africa to Jackals in the Indian Ocean, my book exposes a conspiracy of corruption that has fueled instability and anti-Americanism around the globe. The message sounds the alarm, yet meant to be hopeful by providing a compassionate plan to re-imagine our world. The book releases in June 2007.

I am optimistic about what we can do together!

John Perkins

The Secret History of the American Empire by John Perkins 
Pre-Order at Amazon.com

Visit the John Perkins Collection at the Global Dialogue Center
Confessions of Economic Hit Man with new material in paperback