All Depressions are Caused by Government Interference! -AR

I found another video that I think bears watching by those who appreciate Atlas Shrugged.  This concerns all of us in America, and definitely in Europe-- who already have stepped in it quicker than America has. But America is definitely in trouble....

I am a derivatives trader who competes daily with the irrational exuberance of the markets.  That would be perfectly tolerable if that was all my cohorts and I had to contend with.  In the last year we've had to deal with government inflationary /confiscation policies, Federal Reserve policy shifts, and devastating world changes; economic and political (think: Arab Spring and P.I.G.S fiasco in Europe) on a daily basis.  Is this an aberration or is it a result?  I go with the result theory....  So would Ayn Rand.  Check out the short video below.

Ayn Rand understood that the complexities we deal with today are based upon concepts that the majority controlled by them did not have any voice in validating or voting on.  And she said so, over and over, in thousands of different ways.  Some understand, most unfortunately don't--- Y E T.

Check below if you haven't gotten your FREE copy of Atlas Shrugged.

Trailers for Atlas Shrugged

I found these two great trailers for Atlas Shrugged coming out Apr. 15th; tax day- somebody must have thought it ironic - : )



The second clip here is a more detailed exposition of how Dagny is not going to let progress stop just because unionized labor's control was in jeopardy. In my opinion, Taylor Schilling (Dagny) has a bright future.... She must have read the book and believed it.




Thanks for your interest.

Joel Rensink

Atlas Shrugged [the movie] is out April 15th, 2011!!!

WHO IS JOHN GALT?

I'll be there for the opening of Atlas Shrugged. Will you? (special free gift at the end of the post)

Theater chains are beseiged with requests from fans. The producers are now looking to expand to more than 80 Cities accross the country.

Check out this news release----

CULVER CITY, Calif., April 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on the film's recent fan-based grassroots uprising, "The Strike" Productions today announced it will be expanding the initial release of the Atlas Shrugged movie from 11 markets to over 50.

"AMC called directly to report their online contact system was being hit too hard. They requested we direct traffic to a specific address just to handle the volume," said producer Harmon Kaslow.

"While it's unusual for showtimes to be listed this early, the doors of the exhibitors have been thoroughly beaten down by Ayn's fans. Many of the theaters are now posting showtimes so tickets can be pre-purchased," continued Kaslow. "And, theaters and showtimes are now being reported as sold-out."

Fandango.com lists the 7:00pm showing at Regal Cinema's Union Square Theater in New York City as "sold out."

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It looks like you might have to get reservations ahead of time via online services. I think Ayn Rand would be astonished by the buzz about her book-turned-movie. Especially in an era where so many haven't ever cracked open the book itself.

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"Our online 'Demand Atlas!' service has been receiving an incredible amount of traffic since launch," said Scott DeSapio, Online Marketing Director of the film. "After toping the charts at another web site as the 'Hottest Demand Worldwide' for more than a week, we decided to build our own in-house 'Demand Atlas!' feature to better service Ayn Rand fans. We're completely blown away by the response."

"Our fans have spoken, and we have directed our booking agents to expand the release of Atlas Shrugged into the major theaters located in more than 80 cities across America," announced Kaslow. "Of course, until we're locked down, fans still need to let us know where the movie should play by coming to our website and demanding Atlas to their city."

"As a direct result of fans in Atlanta demanding Atlas, we immediately set about booking a theater. The current report is that the theater is already sold out for a number of shows on Friday, April 15, 2011 - opening day. We couldn't be more excited." concluded Kaslow.

For up to date theater information, visit http://www.atlasshruggedpart1.com/theaters.

Fans can "Demand Atlas!" at http://www.atlasshruggedpart1.com/demand.

About "The Strike" Productions:

"The Strike" Productions, Inc. was established as a new production company for the sole purpose of producing a trilogy of films based on Ayn Rand's epic novel, "Atlas Shrugged." For more information, visit http://www.AtlasShruggedPart1.com

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Are we beginning to see the rise of "rationalism? Maybe a few years of Mr. O. has caused a few to see what happens when social programs and irrational adherence for dangerous policies is the rule of the land.

Free Download here-- "Atlas Shrugged", by Ayn Rand. If you currently don't have a hard copy, download this PDF and get started reading now! You will be glad you did. Have a good week.

Joel Rensink

Atlas Shrugs - Today!

I know that I am not alone in my appreciation of the herculean effort by Ayn Rand - "Atlas Shrugged". After the results of the recent presidential election in the U.S., I know that many are also against the principles highlighted in the volume.

I read it first 25years ago, and realized that I had just read a book (perhaps- THE book) that perfectly separates its readers into those for or against individual responsibility, for or against socialism, for or against creating real value. Over the years it has grown in its power to delineate the hearts of its readers and make them very possessive of their feelings.

I have never met anyone who was ambivalent after reading it.

One quote I found on the web today--

"I don't know about others, but for me it's not so much hating Ayn Rand, as "hating" the people who invariably quote her.

Whenever some pompous talking-head gasbag on one of 20 interchangable cable news networks belches out her name, it's always the worst example of the most negative archetypes of her works - the James Taggart-esque businessman screaming about capitalism whenever someone has the temerity to say that maybe they should be lifting a little closer to their fair share, the Ellsworth Toohey inspiration attempting to use her statements on objectivity to explain away their uttering vicious lies in order to advance the interests of an influential few.

Over time, the words become attached to the disgust one feels towards those who claim to espouse her sentiments; a Pavlovian response, if you will."

While it may be a common view considering the current political climate, it tends to be the response of those who feel that they've done enough and the richer among us should share more.

Here is a comment from someone who has read "Atlas..." numerous times---

"This book is not intended for anyone who is looking for reassurance, comfort, or validation.

No matter who you are, this book will strike at the core of everything in you that is weak and frightened and falsely proud. It will not make you feel good about yourself, not at first.

But what it has the potential to do, if you let it, is to take those things about you which are valuable and worthy and show you their beauty.

It will empower you.

This book is not just "a story about some people...," it is a direct conversation between Ayn Rand and your being. Those of you who allow that conversation to take place on the deepest possible level will find yourselves changed for the better.

I did. Quit complaining about how long it is or how boring and repetitive you found it. You're not reading it right. For anyone who hasn't read it, and wants a dose of hard truth in a world that offers so little, this is as good as it gets."

My experience is identical to the later quote.

Have a great day.