Saturday, February 28, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 02.28.15

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 02.28.15

”You seek escape from pain. We seek the achievement of happiness. You exist for the sake of avoiding punishment. We exist for the sake of earning rewards. Threats will not make us function; fear is not our incentive. It is not death that we wish to avoid, but life that we wish to live.” - John Galt
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Hot in the Gulch: Is a Real Galt's Gulch Possible?

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How will medical issues be dealt with in a real-life Gulch?

(84 comments) Gulch Producer Winterwind asks how we'll take care of medical issues in a real Gulch. Read more...
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What will you sacrifice to Shrug?

(155 comments) Gulch Producer Technocracy asks if you'd be willing to give up running water, or worse, Amazon. What would you give up?
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Could this be our Gulch?

(70 comments) Gulch Producer Terrycan proposes a location for a real life Galt's Gulch. And the land is free.Check it out...
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PRODUCERS ONLY:Atlas Shrugged 2 Collectible

To raise awareness for Atlas Shrugged Part 2, we distributed limited edition promo t-shirts at events across the country until we ran out… or so we thought.
We've uncovered a small stock of these ASP2 t-shirts in the Gulch warehouse.
You can't buy them anywhere. They'll never be produced again. And we’re giving them to Galt’s Gulch Producers for free.

Become a Galt’s Gulch Producer now and get your Atlas Shrugged t-shirt.

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NEW: Atlas Shrugged Special Edition Trilogy DVD Box Set - Save 40%

" I will stop the motor of the world."
Finally, answer the question,who is John Galt? with the new Atlas Shrugged Special Edition Trilogy DVD box set.
Loaded with special features and behind the scenes content, this sleek 5-disc matte black special edition collector's item is not available in stores.

Get your Atlas ShruggedTrilogy DVD box set now

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Saturday, February 21, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 02.21.15

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 02.21.15

”...there can be no such thing, in law or in morality, as actions forbidden to an individual, but permitted to a mob.” - Ayn Rand
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Galt’s Gulch New Features

If you've been spending any time in Galt's Gulch Online lately, you may have heard the sound of heavy machinery in the distance and noticed plumes of dust on the horizon.
If you've not been spending time in the Gulch, you should be. It's awesome.
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We've got a bevy of new features that we're very proud of, including improved members directory searching, daily digest deals, and more, and we can't wait for you to take a gander.
This... is only the beginning.

Discover some of the new features in the Gulch.

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INTRODUCING: “The Gulch: Best of”

Gulch posts have a life cycle. You post, it gets voted on, other members comment, it rises, the sky opens, all is well in the world, and then… it goes away.
Until now.
Introducing, The Gulch: Best of, where great posts and comments go to live-on... forever.

Read more about "The Gulch: Best of" now.

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Save 40% on the NEW Atlas Shrugged TrilogyBlu-ray Box Set

Watch the Atlas Shrugged trilogy from the beginning and finally answer the question "who is John Galt?" with the new Atlas Shrugged Blu-ray box set.
Loaded with special features and behind the scenes content, this magnificent exclusive collector's item is not yet available in stores.

Get your Atlas Shruggedtrilogy box set now.

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Thursday, February 12, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 02.12.15

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 02.12.15

”Potentially, a government is the most dangerous threat to man’s rights: it holds a legal monopoly on the use of physical force against legally disarmed victims.” - Ayn Rand
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New Atlas Distribution Website and Twitter Account Launch

As the film suggested, Atlas Shrugged: Who is John Galt? was not the end. It was the beginning.
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We're on a mission, and you can help. Follow Atlas Distribution Company on Twitterand embark on this new beginning with us. Help spread the word and stay up-to-date on the latest Atlas Distribution projects, events, and news.

Stop by the Gulch and join the Atlas Distribution Company team now.

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PRODUCERS ONLY: Set #7 of the Atlas Shrugged Part 3 Storyboards Released

The filming of Atlas Shrugged: Who is John Galt? wrapped a year ago this week! To celebrate, we're releasing set #7 of the ASP3 storyboards to Gulch Producers.
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See the final installment of Ayn Rand’s epic novel develop right before your eyes with this latest set of original Atlas Shrugged Part 3 artwork.

Become a Galt’s Gulch Producer and get VIP access to sets 1-7 of the ASP3 storyboards now.

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Save 20% on the Rearden Steel Travel Mug

"... try to pour a ton of steel without rigid principles." - Hank Rearden
If a travel mug were actually made of Rearden Metal, this is what it would look like... and, how it would function.
As if Hank designed it himself, the awesome snap-fit lid seals tight, prevents messy spills, and keeps the temperature just right.
Perfect for the Producer on the go!

Get your Rearden Steel travel mug now.

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Thursday, February 5, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 02.05.15

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 02.05.15

”Love is our response to our highest values — and can be nothing else.” - Francisco d’Anconia
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NEW: Galt's Gulch Members Directory

Drum roll please. The Galt's Gulch Members Directory is live!
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With nearly 20,000 members, Galt’s Gulch is becoming a big place! And, the new Members Directory promises to make connecting with like-minded individuals even easier.
Find Gulch members near you, start local group discussions, or schedule times to get together and hang out in person.
Who knows? You might just meet your match in time for Valentine's Day! Or at minimum, make a few new friends. ;)

Head to Galt’s Gulch and check out the new Members Directory now.

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Just in Time for Valentine’s Day

There’s only just over a week left until Valentine’s Day.
Instead of chocolates and flowers, show that special someone just how highly you value them with great gear from the Atlas Shrugged store.
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For Her:
* Rearden Metal Bracelet: 20% off
* Atlas Icon Pendant: 20% off
For Him:
* Atlas Shrugged Money Clip: 50% off
* Atlas Shrugged Silk Ties: 50% off
Order now and have it in time for Valentine’s Day.

Get your special someone a special Atlas Shrugged gift now.

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Thursday, January 29, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 01.29.15

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 01.29.15

”We are fast approaching the stage of 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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Happy 110th Birthday Ayn Rand!

Monday, February 2nd, marks the 110th birthday of Ayn Rand. Stop by the Gulch and celebrate her life and her achievements by sharing when you first discovered her works and how they’ve impacted your life.

Head to Galt’s Gulch and wish Ayn Rand a Happy Birthday now!

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PRODUCERS ONLY: Atlas Shrugged Part 2 Screenplay

Follow along with Dagny on her quest to find the “Destroyer” with the Atlas Shrugged Part 2screenplay - now exclusively available to Galt’s Gulch Online Producers.
What better way is there to spend February 2nd!? And, what better way to prepare yourself for the final installment... coming soon to Gulch Producers only.

Become a Galt's Gulch Producer and get access to the ASP1 and ASP2 screenplays now.

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LIMITED TIME: Save 30% on the "Atlas Shrugged, Now, Non-Fiction" Bundle

In celebration of Ayn Rand's 110th birthday, save on this limited-timevalue-for-value offer and start a conversation now.
1 "Now, Non-Fiction" T-Shirt
1 "Now, Non-Fiction" Hat
1 "Now, Non-Fiction" Mug
1 "Now, Non-Fiction" Bumper Sticker

All together, 30% OFF.

Get your "Now, Non-Fiction" bundle for 30% off.

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Thursday, January 22, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 01.22.15

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 01.22.15

”If a businessman makes a mistake, he suffers the consequences. If a bureaucrat makes a mistake, you suffer the consequences.” - Ayn Rand
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Galt’s Gulch State of the Union Roundup

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If you missed the State of the Union Address Tuesday night, the Gulch had some pretty interesting, and at times hilarious, coverage. Gulch members are pretty passionate about their politics... to say the least.

Come check out some of the the best... and worst... Gulch SOTU posts now.

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PRODUCERS ONLY: BETA Test the New Galt's Gulch Member Directory

Find Gulch members near you, start private group discussions, or schedule times to get together and hang out locally. The Galt's Gulch Member Directory is here and Gulch Producers get the first look.

Become a Gulch Producer and come test drive the new Gulch Member Directory.

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LIMITED TIME: 50% off the Official "I am John Galt." T-Shirt

"Who is John Galt? This is John Galt speaking. I am the man who loves his life. I am the man who does not sacrifice his love or his values." "...if you wish to know why you are perishing—you who dread knowledge—I am the man who will now tell you." - John Galt
Who is John Galt? You. Youare John Galt.

Get your Official "I am John Galt." T-Shirt now.

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Thursday, January 15, 2015

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 01.15.15

Atlas Shrugged Movie Newsletter: 01.15.15

”You can avoid reality, but you cannot avoid the consequences of avoiding reality.” - Ayn Rand
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Hot in the Gulch

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Joe Sacco Response To Jihadist Attacks On Satirists

Gulch Producer khalling starts an impromptu interview with the Gulch's own satarist Eudaimonia in response to theCharlie Hebdo attack. Check it out...
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What is the Objectivist Position on this Philosophical Quandry?

Gulch Producer prof611 presents Pacal's Wager, an athiest, and a priest to the Gulch. Some of the responses may surprise you.Check it out...
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Growing up next to a Syrian community

Gulch guest wiggys shares his experience growing up in Brooklyn during World War 2 in the ultimate melting pot. Check it out...
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PRODUCERS ONLY: Atlas Shrugged Part 1 Screenplay

In honor of “Throwback Thursday”, we’re giving Galt’s Gulch Online Producers exclusive access to the Atlas Shrugged Part 1 screenplay.
Go back to where it all started with the ASP1 shooting script and see the first installment of the trilogy like never before.

Become a Gulch Producer and get access to theAtlas Shrugged Part 1 screenplay now.

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Save 25% on the 20th Century Motors Cap

“We began to wonder, we began to talk about what he’d said. We thought maybe he had kept his word. That perhaps he had stopped the motor of the world.”
Kick this year off by starting a conversation.

Get your 20th Century Motors Cap now.

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