Friday, December 11, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 12.11.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 12.11.15

”The charming aspect of Christmas is the fact that it expresses good will in a cheerful, happy, benevolent, non-sacrificial way. One says: “Merry Christmas”—not “Weep and Repent.” - Ayn Rand
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2015 Year End Gulch Review

WOW, what a year it's been in the Gulch! We've witnessed some intense debate, incredible insight, and unparalleled wit. Below are a few of our favorites from 2015. To everyone, a hearty "Well done!"
Survey! How Many Gulchers Have Gone On to Read Rand Since Coming to This Site?
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Producer Khalling wants to know what you're reading. You may be surprised to learn how many Gulch members are (or are not) reading Rand.
A new element discovered!
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From Gulch Producer Susanne: "The Galt School of Chemical Research at Patrick Henry University has announced the discovery of the densest element yet known to science."
Francisco's Money Speech (excerpt)
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Producer RichRobinson shared an excerpt from Atlas Shrugged that gave him chills.
Philosophy On One Foot-The Basics of Objectivism by Ayn Rand
77 comments
Producer Zenphamy boiled Objectivism down to its core.
I’m Rand Paul and I’m running for President of the United States of America. Ask me anything!
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Let's not forget presidential hopeful, Rand Paul, stopped by the Gulch and engaged in some one-on-one!
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2015 12 11 Forward

PRODUCERS ONLY: Get Inside the Mind of Ayn Rand

This holiday season, we have a very special gift for Galt’s Gulch Producers: Access to the handwritten foreword of Ayn Rand’s The Virtue of Selfishness.
This previously unreleased document takes you into the mind of Ayn Rand in a whole new way. Through 22 pages of notes and edits, experience Ayn Rand's creative process and see her thoughts evolve into her distinctive writing style.

Become a Gulch Producer and read Ayn Rand’s original foreword now.

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20% off Galt’s Gulch T-shirt

If you were to take your Christmas vacation in the Gulch this year, you'd expect there to be a souvenir shop, right?
And, you'd expect it to have "Galt's Gulch" t-shirts, right?
T-shirts that express the simple beauty and pure awesomeness of the Gulch, right?
Yep. I'd buy one (or two) for sure.

Get your Galt’s Gulch t-shirt now.

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2015 12 11 Money Clip

NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

4 new props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are up for auction on eBay.
This week’s featured item is:
Francosco d'Anconia's Dollar Sign Money Clip.
Any of these authentic props would make a great Christmas present for an Atlas fan!

Check out the 4 new Atlas Shrugged movie props and start bidding now.

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Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Black Friday Sale

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"[Thanksgiving] is a producers’ holiday. The lavish meal is a symbol of the fact that abundant consumption is the result and reward of production." - Ayn Rand
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Midas Mulligan's Black Friday Sale Starts Today!

This Black Friday forget standing in long lines and fighting crowds just to save a few pennies. Shop from the comfort of your own home and save up to 60% on official Atlas Shrugged merchandise.
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Wednesday (11.25)

▪ 30% off Rearden Metal Bracelet
▪ $3 off short sleeve t-shirts*
▪ $4 off long sleeve t-shirts*
▪ $5 off hoodies*

Thursday (11.26)

▪ 40% off Dollar Sign Necklace
▪ 40% off Atlas inspired fine art

Friday (11.27)

▪ 50% off d’Anconia Dollar Sign Money Clip
▪ 40% off “Who is John Galt?” graffiti t-shirt

Saturday (11.28)

▪ 60% off Taggart Transcontinental Stock Certificate
▪ 50% off Atlas Shrugged plastic pint glasses (set of 6)


* Use coupon code THANKSGIVING at checkout
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Happy Thanksgiving!

As development of the Atlas Shrugged miniseries continues to gain momentum, the Atlas Shrugged team and I thank you for your continued support and words of encouragement. From all of us to all of you, have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving.
John Aglialoro
Producer, Atlas Shrugged
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 11.19.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 11.19.15

”We are fast approaching the stage of the ultimate inversion: the stage where the government is free to do anything it pleases, while the citizens may act only by permission.”Ayn Rand
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2015 11 19 Surpise

The Word Is Out About the Atlas Shrugged Miniseries

Almost since ASP3 hit theaters, a little over a year ago, there have been whispers of a TV adaptation of Atlas Shrugged.
At first these murmurs were only heard in Galt’s Gulch, but now the word is out! Talk of theAtlas Shrugged miniseries is showing up all over including in the New York Times, on hollywoodreporter.com, and on The Atlas Society website.

Catch up with the latest Atlas Shrugged miniseries news in Galt’s Gulch.

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PRODUCERS ONLY: Black Friday Sale Sneak Peek

2015 11 19 Black Friday
The 5th Annual Midas Mulligan's Black Friday Sale starts in less than a week, and... we’re offering Galt’s Gulch Producers a sneak peek.
Head over to the Gulch to find out what goodies will be on sale this year before anyone else!

Check out this year’s Black Friday deals.

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LIMITED TIME: 15% Off "Dangerous Freedom" T-shirt

If you prefer dangerous freedom over peaceful slavery, then this is the t-shirt for you.
Tell the world that you won't accept anything less.

Get your "Dangerous Freedom" t-shirt now.

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2015 11 19 HOS

NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

4 new props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are up for auction on eBay.
This week’s featured item is:
10" Seal of the Head of State Plaque.
We're nearly out of props so don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Atlas Shrugged history!

Check out the 4 new Atlas Shrugged movie props and start bidding now.

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Friday, November 13, 2015

"A Royal Night Out" in theaters December 4th

Atlas Distribution, the producers of the Atlas Shrugged film trilogy, have a new film hitting theaters December 4th. A Royal Night Out stars Sarah Gadon, Bel Powley, Jack Reynor, Emily Watson, and Rupert Everette.

The Synopisis:
On V.E. Day in 1945, as peace extends across Europe, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret are allowed out to join the celebrations. It is a night full of excitement, danger and the first flutters of romance.



More coming soon!

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 11.12.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 11.12.15

”The source of the government’s authority is “the consent of the governed.” This means that the government is not the ruler, but the servant or agent of the citizens…” Ayn Rand
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Hot in the Gulch!

A new element discovered!

From Gulch Producer Susanne: "The Galt School of Chemical Research at Patrick Henry University has announced the discovery of the densest element yet known to science.
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How about a movie about Atlas Shrugged fans.

From Gulch Producer richrobinson: "We talked for a while and I realized how often fans of Atlas Shrugged or Ayn Rand are relieved and pleased to find like minds. I started thinking that with the right creative minds that this would make a great movie.READ MORE.
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Atlas Shrugged Partners with Proud Producers

We are very proud to announce that there’s a new source for official Atlas Shrugged merchandise: ProudProducers.com”When we were looking for an official reseller, Proud Producers was an obvious choice. They have a long history of supporting capitalism and Atlas Shrugged...” - Scott DeSapio.

Read the full press release in Galt’s Gulch.

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To celebrate the occasion, save 40% on the WIJG License Plate Frame!

Ride in style and spread the word with the Who is John Galt? license plate frame from Proud Producers. Plus, get a free WIJG bumper sticker!

Get your WIJG license plate frame and bumper sticker now.

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NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

4 new props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are up for auction on eBay.
This week’s featured item is:
Dagny Taggart's flannel shirt from Galt's Gulch.
We're nearly out of props so don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Atlas Shrugged history!


Check out the 4 new Atlas Shrugged movie props and start bidding now.

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2015 11 12-Pendulum of Justice

Extra: Pendulum of Justice on Sale This Week for $0.99

The Gulch's own DBHalling and KHalling make up the husband and wife author team of DK Halling.
With two high tech start-ups going gangbusters, former cyber warrior Hank Rangar has finally “made” it. His lab, “Made By Man,” has revolutionized cardiac procedures, potentially saving millions of lives and billions of dollars. But, the most important person in his life is very sick and his technology is suddenly stolen. Hank discovers two things: This lifesaving procedure may be the only way to save his sister AND Big Washington will stop at nothing to bury it.

Get the Pendulum of Justice eBook now for only $.99.

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Friday, October 30, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 10.30.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 10.30.15

"The mind is an attribute of the individual. There is no such thing as a collective brain." - Ayn Rand
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Godfather Producer Al Ruddy in the Gulch TODAY

He's here, and he wants to have a word with a few you about an Atlas Shrugged TV series.
Al Ruddy, the Producer of The Godfather and Million Dollar Baby, is in the Gulch today to ask Gulch Producers a few questions.
Interested?

Come to the Gulch and chat with Al now.

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Be John Galt's 2016 Running Mate

The 2016 Presidential election season is underway and John Galt is looking for a worthy running mate. Are you ready to take your place at his side?
Customize this awesome t-shirt with your name and get into the race before it's too late!

20% off for a limited time!

Customize your t-shirt now.

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2015 10 29-auction

NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

5 new props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are now on eBay.
This week’s featured item is:
Coins used in Galt's Gulch (set of 5) - not real gold.
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Atlas Shrugged history.
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Friday, October 23, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 10.23.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 10.23.15

"A society that puts equality before freedom will get neither. A society that puts freedom before equality will get a high degree of both." - Milton Friedman
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Godfather Producer Al Ruddy Is Coming to the Gulch

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Al Ruddy, the Producer of The Godfather and Million Dollar Baby, is on a mission.
He's been talking to some BIG players and is seriously moving the ball downfield regarding the Atlas Shrugged mini-series/tv-series.
In Al's words, Atlas is "the most important thing"he'll ever do, and... he wants to talk to you.

Read more about Al's upcoming visit to the Gulch.

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20% Off the Atlas Shrugged Now, Non-Fiction T-Shirt

Even back when Al Ruddy was originally working with Ayn Rand to bring Atlas Shrugged to the silver screen, the signs were apparent.
Was Atlas Shrugged just a warning or is it now, non-fiction?

Get your Now, Non-Fiction T-shirt now.

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NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

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6 new props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are now on eBay.
This week’s featured item is:
The last framed Nat Taggart stock certificate signed by Producers Harmon Kaslow and John Aglialoro.
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Atlas Shrugged history.
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Thursday, October 15, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 10.15.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 10.15.15

"The basic premise of the Founding Fathers was man's right to his own life, to his own liberty, to the pursuit of his own happiness - which means: man's right to exist for his own sake, neither sacrificing himself to others nor sacrificing others to himself...." - Ayn Rand
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The First 2015 Democrat Debate: Ignorance Wins

The Atlas Society's Dr. Edward Hudgins opines on the first Democratic debate:
"The audience for the first Democratic presidential primary debate was not just the party faithful. It was the low-information voters. And ignorance won, not Hillary Clinton or Bernie Sanders."

Read Dr. Hudgins' assessment of the first Democrat debate now.

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"Enjoy Capitalism"

"The moral justification of capitalism lies in the fact that it is the only system consonant with man’s rational nature, that it protects man’s survival qua man, and that its ruling principle is: justice." - Ayn Rand
It's time for you, the silent majority, to stand up and start a conversation.

Get your "Enjoy Capitalism" t-shirt now, wear it proudly, and say "NO" to Socialism.

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NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

2015 10 15-auction
7 new props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are now on eBay.
This week’s featured item is:
Framed Nat Taggart Stock Certificate signed by Producers Harmon Kaslow and John Aglialoro
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Atlas Shrugged history.

Check out all 7 official Atlas Shrugged movie props and start bidding now.

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