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

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."  READ MORE. - - - - - 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.

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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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.

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.

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 07.07.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 07.07.15

"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

"Ideal" Hits Shelves Today! Ayn Rand's new book (yes, you read that right) hits shelves today. Written in 1934, Ideal is the story of a beautiful but tormented actress, Kay Gonda, accused of murder. Now on the run, she turns to six fans for help. Ideal began as a novel but Ayn Rand later came to believe the piece would be better realized as a play. Now, both versions of Ideal are available for the first time ever to the millions of Ayn Rand fans around the world. Order Ayn Rand's "Ideal" now.

PRODUCERS ONLY: Ayn Rand’s Handwritten Notes In the 1960s, Ayn Rand made handwritten observations in the margins of Barry Goldwater’s new book. These notes remained under lock and key until Atlas Shrugged Producer John Aglialoro purchased them in 1986. Only once before have they been made public and only to Galt's Gulch Online Producers. In honor of Ayn Rand's new book, we are re-releasing them to Gulch Producers today. Become a Producer and see Ayn Rand’s personal notes on The Conscience of a Conservative

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NEW Atlas Shrugged Trilogy eBay Auctions! 10 new props used in the filming of the Atlas Shrugged Trilogy are up for auction on eBay including the newspaper reporting the death of Cherryl Taggart. See all of the items up for auction and start bidding now.

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 05.14.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 05.14.15

”Money is only a tool. It will take you wherever you wish, but it will not replace you as the driver.” - Ayn Rand

NEW: Stream Atlas Shrugged: Who is John Galt? Online This Friday night, instead of paying to sit in a crowded theater with sticky floors, kick back in the comfort of your own home and rent the new G rated version of ASP3.

This exclusive G rated edit presents a great opportunity to introduce the younger members of your family to the inspirational message of Ayn Rand and Atlas Shrugged. Rent Atlas Shrugged: Who is John Galt? now.

PRODUCERS ONLY: Help Interview Dr. David Kelley We’ll be publishing an exclusive Galt’s Gulch Online interview with Atlas Society founder and Atlas Summit keynote speaker Dr. David Kelley on June 1st. Galt's Gulch Online Producers are invited to help interview Dr. David Kelley by submitting questions. This is your chance to ask Dr. David Kelley anything. Become a Producer and ask David Kelley a question in Galt's Gulch.

NEW: Wyatt Junction T-shirt This summer, take a trip on the John Galt Line to Wyatt Junction, Colorado where business is booming thanks to Wyatt Oil, Nielsen Motors, Hammond Cars, and the Stockton Foundry. Don't forget to snag a souvenir, like the comfy Wyatt Junction t-shirt, to commemorate your trip. Get your Wyatt Junction t-shirt now.

Hot in the Gulch: How Many Have Gone On to Read Rand Since Discovering the Gulch? This conversation, initiated by Producer khalling, isn’t just hot… it’s on fire with 250+ comments! Share your personal experience in how you came to find Rand and other Objectivist works. Join the discussion in Galt’s Gulch Online now.

P.S. Where's My Newsletter from Last Week? If you've been digging through your inbox, junk folder, etc. searching for last week's Atlas Shrugged newsletter, stop! There was no newsletter last week (5.07). While we continue to focus our energy on the development of the new Atlas Shrugged television series, we'll be moving the newsletter to a semi-bi-weekly schedule. Stay tuned! Exciting things to come!

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 4.23.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 4.23.15

“Everyone has the right to make his own decisions, but none has the right to force his decision on others.” - Ayn Rand

GULCH MEMBERS: Save 20% on Atlas Summit Registration The Atlas Summit is a multi-day event jam packed with courses, workshops, and events designed to help you broaden your understanding of Objectivism while providing an incredible opportunity to socialize with like-minded individuals from across the globe. Learn more about the Summit and get your 20% off code in the Gulch.

PRODUCERS ONLY: “Scripting the Speeches in Atlas Shrugged”  Dive into the epic speeches of Atlas Shrugged with this free chapter provided by Dr. David Kelley from his book Atlas Shrugged: The Novel, the Films, the Philosophy. This free chapter is available exclusively to Galt’s Gulch Online Producers. Become a Producer and start reading now.

NEW: Ayn Rand "Truth" Mug Stimulate your body with a little caffeine while you stimulate your mind with this potent quote from Ayn Rand. Get the brand new Ayn Rand "Truth" mug now.

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 4.15.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 4.15.15

“Elections should be held on April 16th - the day after we pay our income taxes. That is one of the few things that might discourage politicians from being big spenders.” - Thomas Sowell

Galt’s Gulch Online Is Now on Facebook As you face yet another April 15th, you may be thinking, ”If only Galt’s Gulch were real.” Well, it can be be - with your help. At 20,000+ members, Galt’s Gulch Online is the largest active online community focused on the propagation of Ayn Rand's ideas.

Join the fight and keep up-to-date with the latest news and hottest debates on the new Galt's Gulch Online Facebook page. "Speak on any scale open to you, large or small— to your friends, your associates, your professional organizations, or any legitimate public forum. You can never tell when your words will reach the right mind at the right time. You will see no immediate results—but it is of such activities that public opinion is made." - Ayn Rand Like the new Galt's Gulch Online Facebook page now.

VIDEO: Ayn Rand on Welfarism and Taxation “I am for the separation of state and economics. Just as we have separation of state and church.” - Ayn Rand

In honor of tax day, watch Ayn Rand speak on welfarism and taxation in the United States. Watch the video now in Galt’s Gulch Online.

NEW: “Tax Day” T-Shirt "The Government has no source of revenue, except the taxes paid by the producers." - Ayn Rand Introducing the new Ayn Rand “Tax Day” t-shirt. Say it loud and clear with this iconic quote and image of Ayn Rand. Get the new Ayn Rand “Tax Day” t-shirt now.

PRODUCERS ONLY: 15% Off Everything TAX DAY Sale Gulch Producers, this tax day we want to put some money back in your pocket. Today through Friday (April 17th), take 15% off everything in the Atlas Shrugged Store. Pickup your exclusive Galt's Gulch Producers Only coupon now.

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 4.10.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 4.10.15

“During the nineteenth century, mankind came close to economic freedom, for the first and only time in history. Observe the results. Observe also that the degree of a country’s freedom from government control, was the degree of its progress. America was the freest and achieved the most.” - Ayn Rand

Gear up for the Atlas Shrugged Television Series

The Atlas Shrugged television series is coming! While we're in the development phase, we have no intention of turning off the motor. To ensure the message of Atlas continues to spread, we’re introducing some new KILLER gear. Starting this week, and for the next 10 weeks, we’ll be unveiling a new piece of official Atlas Shrugged gear. First up, the brand new Rearden Steel "Rigid Principles" t-shirt. Get your NEW Rearden Steel t-shirt now.

Hot in the Gulch Barry Goldwater on Religion and Politics 137 comments "But like any powerful weapon, the use of God’s name on one’s behalf should be used sparingly. …” - Barry Goldwater Join the debate on religion in politics now... Forced Vaccinations to be Decided This Week 84 comments SB277 is being debated this week at the State Capitol. This bill mandates that all children must be vaccinated. Gulch members share their opinion on mandatory vaccinations. Weigh in now... Ayn Rand and Social Security 102 comments Was Social Security a bad idea? Producer overmanwarrior gets the conversation started with "Social Security was a stupid idea, and it never should have been enacted." OK then. Join the discussion now...

We're Hiring (Again) Atlas Distribution Company has a new job opening. Check out the details in Galt's Gulch Online and see if you might be a good fit. Apply for the latest ADC job opening now.