Chapter Four

Hi, this is Gary.

The two opposing positions are clearly stated in this chapter. The last paragraph on pg.74 and on to the top of pg.75 states the viewpoint of the majority of people in the country. The two sentences on pg.88 show us Henry Reardon's point of view.

Most people in the U.S. today would side with James Taggart and friends. The bailout of the auto makers goes along with the thinking on pg.74. Henry Reardon would never do this.

Which line of thinking really benefits society in the long run?

Read on.

Chapter 3- Socialism!!!!!!

In this chapter we have an interesting conversation between James Taggart and his business friends. These failing businessmen reveal themselves to be socialists. They believe that wealth should be shared and that concern for the public good rather than profits should be the primary concern of any business. Naturally, they resent highly successful businessmen like Henry Reardon who are motivated by acquiring more and more wealth. I see Obama and the majority of Americans today as being like Taggart and friends.

I see the creators of wealth like Reardon as being the ones that improve the lives of people in the long run rather than those that would redistribute wealth. By seeking their own wealth they create many jobs for others and they should be rewarded for their genius.

Whose side will Ayn Rand take? Read on.

Chapter Two

You're intepretation of chapter 2 was very good Natalie.

Im interested to see why Gary keeps comparing what we have read to the
government and politics.

Lillian really let her husband have it at the end of chapt 2. Im looking forward to chapter 3 and can see why Kacie and Gary liked this book.

Chapter Two-The Plot Thickens

Hi, this is Gary

Why does everyone hate Henry Reardon? His family, friends and the media really dislike a person like him. There are signs popping up that the economy is taking a downward spiral but Henry has a prospering business and has created many jobs. Why is Miss Taggart his only admirer?

The book really takes off after chapter two. As we read on, we'll see that the same kind of people that resent the Henry Reardons of this world are now in control of our government and the public in general supports their philosophy. This book clearly reveals where our country is headed. Ayn Rand clearly shows us the road ahead. Hang on to your seats. This book will change your lives. Atlas Shrugged should be required reading for anyone running for political office today.

Chapter 2 - ATLAS SHRUGGED

Hello Everyone,

Not sure how far along everyone is but I have read Chapter 2. I found this Chapter more interesting then the first. It really kept my attention span getting deep into Hank Rearden's home life. I thought it was interesting that the Chapter is titled "The Chain" this could be interpreted in different ways... first obviously being rearden steel probably makes a lot of chains but also it was about the gift the chain he had crafted for his wife with the new material. But in a way I thought that it was also in reference to him being chained to his family in a metaphorical sense. Everyday he had to go home to them beating up on him. Everyone seemed to depend on him, so in a sense he was dragging them along on a chain behind him. Don't get me wrong though I am not sure if I am 100% sympathetic to Hank. I am sure that it must be hard on his wife having a workaholic husband... but some of the comments his family made were pretty hurtful to him, in particular his mother.