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Cynthetiq · 04-01-2004, 05:00 AM

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Originally posted by fnaqzna
Who the hell is Larry Elder?

from www.larryelder.com

A "firebrand libertarian" according to "Daily Variety," best-selling author and radio talk-show host Larry Elder has a take-no-prisoners style, using such old-fashioned things as evidence and logic. Larry shines the bright light of reasoned analysis on many of the myths and hypocrisies apparent in our system of government, our society, and the media itself. He slays dragons and topples sacred cows using facts, common sense and a ready wit.

Larry Elder has been on KABC Talk Radio in Los Angeles since March, 1994, hosting "The Larry Elder Show," a top-rated daily program from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. (PT) on KABC 790, and began a nationally syndicated daily talk show for ABC Radio Networks on August 12, 2002. Known to his listeners as the "Sage From South Central," Larry sizzles on the airwaves with his thoughtful insight on the day’s most provocative issues, to the delight, consternation, and entertainment of his listeners. The "Sage" engages political and cultural leaders in meaningful debates over race, government, personal responsibility and education that have elevated the talk radio genre. A blend of fiscal conservative and social liberal—with attitude—Elder’s libertarian views have fueled controversy and made him one of the most in-demand radio personalities in the country. In May, 2003, Elder shifted his political party registration from "Decline to State" (which, in California, means independent) to the Republican Party. He continues to support the libertarian principles of limited government and maximum personal and financial responsibility.

In his best-selling book, The 10 Things You Can’t Say in America, Larry skewers the crippling myths that dominate the public agenda. Larry punctures all pretension, trashes accepted "wisdom" and puts everyone on notice that the status quo must be shaken up. In his new book, Showdown: Confronting Bias, Lies and the Special Interests That Divide America—released in Fall 2002—Larry again takes on liberals, victicrats and the politically correct. He currently writes a nationally syndicated newspaper column which is distributed through
Creators Syndicate.

"The Ten ThingsYou Can't Say in America" spent several weeks on the "New York Times" and "Los Angeles Times" best-seller lists. "Showdown" debuted at number 24 on the "New York Times" extended list and appeared on the "Los Angeles Times" paperback best-seller list. He also won a Los Angeles local Emmy for best news special. He received a Congressional proclamation for
contributions to America for his radio program.

Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, Elder attended Brown University, receiving a BA in Political Science in 1974. He then attended University of Michigan, School of Law, graduating in 1977. Immediately following graduation, he worked with a large law firm in Cleveland, Ohio, where he practiced litigation. He then opened "Laurence A. Elder and Associates," a business specializing in recruiting experienced attorneys. At the same time, he hosted a topic-oriented television show in Cleveland, first on PBS, then on the local Fox affiliate.

Larry was also host of the television show, Moral Court, distributed by Warner Brothers Television. Elder was the subject of a profile by "60 Minutes" and "20/20" and sat in for the vacationing Geraldo on CNBC’s "Rivera Live." He was the reporter on the groundbreaking PBS "National Desk," including the segment, "Redefining Racism: Fresh Voices From Black America," for which he won a 1998 AEGIS Award of Excellence, a 1998 Telly award, and a 1999 Emerald City Gold Award of Excellence. He has portrayed himself on sitcoms ranging from "The Hughleys" to "Spin City."