Thursday, March 24, 2016

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 03.24.16

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 03.24.16

"...the Constitution is a limitation on the government, not on private individuals - that it does not prescribe the conduct of private individuals, only the conduct of the government - that it is not a charter for government power, but a charter of the citizens' protection against the government." - Ayn Rand
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Hot in the Gulch!

What do Presidential hopeful Donald Trump, giant rabbits, and Islam have in common? Give up? They're all scorching hot topics in the Gulch right now. Check it out....

Donald Trump, what a great businessman!

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Freedomforall shares an article about Donald Trump's business ventures and the Gulch explodes.  READ MORE.
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What Is Easter?

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As the holiday approaches, Producer Herb7734 asks how exactly religion, chocolate eggs, and 6 foot tall rabbits got all tangled together. READ MORE.
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Is Islamaphobia Irrational?

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Herb7734 poses the conclusion, "Since a phobia is described as an irrational fear, Islamaphobia becomes an oxymoron." READ MORE.
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PRODUCERS ONLY: And Now a Few Words from Ayn Rand

In need of a little inspiration? Ayn Rand can help with that.
We're giving Galt's Gulch Producers an exclusive look at Ayn Rand's notes for The Age of Mediocrity.
Enjoy 35 pages of handwritten notes from this epic speech given at Ford Hall in 1981.

Become a Gulch Producer and read Ayn Rand's notes now.

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Save 20% on the "Nobody Owes You a Thing!" T-shirt

Come on, admit it, there are people who you've desperatelywanted to say this to... and now you can with a little help from Proud Producers.

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Thursday, March 3, 2016

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 03.03.16

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 03.03.16

"One of the methods used by statist to destroy capitalism consists in establishing controls that tie a given industry hand and foot, making it unable to solve its problems, then declaring that freedom has failed and stronger controls are necessary." - Ayn Rand
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New Atlas Society CEO Announced!

"On March 1st, The Atlas Society welcomed Jennifer Anju Grossman as its new CEO."
The former Dole Food Company Sr VP, Cato Institute Director of Education, and speechwriter for President George H. W. Bush could easily be mistaken for a real-life Dagny Taggart. Join us in welcoming her to the Atlas Society!

Read the full press release and see what Gulchers are saying in Galt's Gulch.

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WATCH: No Greater Love

Atlas Distribution is conducting an online test screening of a new documentary, No Greater Love, next Friday, March 11th.
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No Greater Love tells the story of one man's quest to share the common principle fueling all soldiers in combat: Love.

Sign up now for your chance to test screen No Greater Love.

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Akston Diner: More coffee, less government
Need a stiff drink after Super Tuesday? Enjoy it out of a mug from your favorite diner, Akston Diner.
This week only save 20% on the official Akston Diner mug.

Order your Akston Diner mug now.

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REMINDER: Take the Atlas Summit Survey

The 2016 Atlas Summit at FreedomFest is fast approaching, and the Galt's Gulch team is kicking around ideas for in-person and online events that might take place during the summit.

Take a quick survey and tell us what you'd like to see.

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Thursday, February 18, 2016

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 02.18.16

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 02.18.16

"Love is the expression of one's values, the greatest reward you can earn for the moral qualities you have achieved in your character and person, the emotional price paid by one man for the joy he receives from the virtues of another." - Ayn Rand
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Live from Vegas? You Tell Us!

The 2016 Atlas Summit at FreedomFest is fast approaching, and the Galt's Gulch team is kicking around ideas for in-person and online events that might take place during the summit.

Take a quick survey and tell us what you'd like to see.

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THIS IS IT: The Final Atlas Shrugged Auctions Are Live!

The last set of props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are up for auction now.
The final featured items are signed film cans from ASP1.
Don't miss your LAST CHANCE to own a piece of authentic Atlas Shrugged history!
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Featured Product: "Enjoy Capitalism" Hoodie

Enjoy it [capitalism] while you still can.
Make a statement with this vibrant hoodie, now available in 7 colors.
Hurry, before it's [capitalism] all gone.:(

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Thursday, February 4, 2016

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 02.04.16

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 02.04.16

"The question... isn't who is going to let me, it's who is going to stop me." - Ayn Rand
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Happy Birthday Ayn Rand!

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February 2nd marked what would have been Ayn Rand's 111th birthday.
As we continue to see her predictions play out on the nightly news, Ayn Rand is perhaps even more relevant today then when she was alive.
So, let's take a moment to celebrate the woman who brought us all together by wishing her a happy birthday in Galt's Gulch Online.

Share your favorite Rand quote and say, "Happy birthday Ayn Rand!"

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"The question... isn't who is going to let me, it's who is going to stop me."
Ayn Rand didn't live her life based on the opinion of others. And, neither should you. With that in mind, we bring you this new exclusive t-shirt to celebrate Rand's birthday.
Order yours today as this t-shirt will only be available during the month of February!

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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 now.
This week’s featured item:
Who is John Galt protest sign!
With only 1 set of props left to auction, time is running out for you to own a piece of Atlas Shrugged history. Hurry, and place your bid today.

Check out the 4 props and start bidding now.

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Last week to order for Valentine's Day!

Show that special capitalist in your life how much you care with a beautiful Atlas Shrugged inspired gift.
Order today and have them just in time for Valentine's Day!
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Thursday, January 21, 2016

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 01.21.16

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 01.21.16

"Everyone has the right to make his own decisions, but none has the right to force his decision on others." - Ayn Rand
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Hot in the Gulch: POLITICS

It's that time again. The U.S. Presidential race is here, and you can bet Gulchers have a thing or two to say about it...
Least fit to rule?
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"Even considering that no one is fit to be president ... Hillary Clinton is especially unfit. No one who has done what she has done as a government official should be rewarded with power."
The Warmongers' Brawl
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Gulch member ycandrea asks, "Why does the GOP think we need to be involved in war all the time?"And the Gulch was more than happy to weigh in!
What if Bernie Sanders Wins?
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In light of recent poll numbers, awebb asks "Since a real Galt's Gulch doesn't exist for us to retreat to, I'm curious... if Bernie Sanders wins the White House, what are you going to do?"
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Just in Time for Valentine's Day, Save 20%

This Valentine's Day, forget flowers and chocolate.
Show that special capitalist in your life how much you care with a beautiful Atlas Shrugged inspired gift.
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For a limited time save 20% on the Rearden Metal bracelet for her and d'Anconia dollar sign money clip for him.
Order today and have them in time for Valentine's Day!

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2016 01 21 Wedding Rings

NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

3 new props from the Atlas Shrugged movie trilogy are up for auction on eBay.
This week’s featured item:
James and Cherryl Taggart's wedding rings!

Check out the 3 new Atlas Shrugged movie props and start bidding now.

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 01.07.16

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Atlas Shrugged Newsletter: 01.07.16

"Capitalism has been called a system of greed - yet it is the system that raised the standard of living of its poorest citizens to heights no collectivist system has ever begun to equal, and no tribal gang can conceive of." - Ayn Rand
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Dear Vegas, Here We Come.

The Atlas Summit is back for 2016, and it's bigger and better than ever! This year’s conference will be held in Las Vegas and will serve as the kickoff for FreedomFest, the world’s largest gathering of free minds.
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Register by January 15th and you’ll get the early bird special ($100 off) plus entrance to FreedomFest at no additional charge!

Read more about the Summit and register now in the Gulch.

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PRODUCERS ONLY: Read Ayn Rand’s Handwritten “Either Or” Notes

What better way to start 2016 than with never before released Atlas Shrugged material?
Galt’s Gulch Producers are invited to dive into one of the original Atlas Shrugged screenplays with Ayn Rand’s handwritten outline of “Either-Or”, the second part of Atlas Shrugged.

Become a Gulch Producer and be among the first to read Rand’s handwritten outline.

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Save 20% on the “Property of Nobody” T-shirt

The doctrine that “human rights” are superior to “property rights” simply means that some human beings have the right to make property out of others ... Whoever regards this as human and right, has no right to the title of “human.” - Ayn Rand
Tell the world where you stand.

Customize your “Property of Nobody” t-shirt now.

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NEW: Official Atlas Shrugged Trilogy Prop Auctions on eBay

The Atlas Shrugged eBay auctions return in 2016 with a bang!
This week’s featured item is a plaque from ASP1 that was in Rearden's office. It features a Howard Roark quote from The Fountainhead.
Any of these 4 authentic props would make a great addition to an Atlas fan's collection!

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

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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
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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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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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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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