How to Test Negative for Stupid
By John Kennedy
- Release Date: 2025-10-07
- Genre: Political Science
Description
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
One of the most distinctive and funny politicians, Senator John Kennedy (the one from Louisiana)—hailed by Politico as “America’s most quotable Senator”—offers his perceptive (and hilarious) takes on the ridiculousness of political life in this scathingly witty takedown of Washington and its elite denizens.
How to Test Negative for Stupid offers the Senator’s tongue-in-cheek guidebook through Washington, punctuated by his thoughts on various issues and humorous stories about life from Louisiana politics and inside the Senate.
From the mind—and mouth—of "America's Most Quotable Senator":
“Always be yourself . . . unless you suck.”“I say this gently: This is why the aliens won’t talk to us.”“If you trust government, you obviously failed history class.”“I believe that our country was founded by geniuses, but it’s being run by idiots.”“Always follow your heart . . . but take your brain with you.”“I’m not going to Bubble Wrap it: The water in Washington, D.C., won’t clear up until you get the pigs out of the creek.”“I have the right to remain silent but not the ability.”“Common sense is illegal in Washington, D.C., I know. I’ve seen it firsthand.”“I believe that we are going to have to get some new conspiracy theories. All the old ones turned out to be true.”
Reviews
Outstanding
5By Greywolf8577I expected nothing less and I got itGreat Read
5By MeMealsoAn honest insight in the political arena. Insightful and a joy to read.Great book!
5By pherman777This is a book written by a man who loves his country and the people in it. He talks truthfully with no room for spin or decisiveness. We need more Senators like Kennedy.More mud slinging
1By tcrg5At a time when we need to tone down the rhetoric, Kennedy does an outstanding job of adding gasoline to the fire. Facts are facts and opinions are biased. You guess which is represented here.Nobody says it better …
5By ?$&!$??Senator John Kennedy is my favorite politician (and it’s difficult to have a favorite politician). He speaks plainly, with clarity, and with humor. His writing skills demonstrate this definitively. Great book, easy read, and should be required reading for ALL high school students.Very good read
5By JCDAY2Senator Kennedy is a straight shooter that loves his country. His common sense style and humor are refreshing regardless of your political persuasion.Great read!
5By TtelsyahTruth in every word. Thank God for John Kennedy.How to test Negative for Stupid
5By Sapphir429Common sense renewedHow to test negative for stupid
5By EndotrekExcellentExcellent Read
5By jetsales00The U.S. needs more elected officials in federal government like Senator Kennedy.I loved reading this book. Outraged then laughing out loud.
5By Casey2641It is filled with all the in’s and outs of public service life. Including the crooks, liars and evil individuals. But it’s also filled with Kennedys adorable, funny and truthful one liners that had me laughing till the end. I read it in one sitting because I just couldn’t stop reading for the next witty saying to highlight so I could find them later on.Common sense with the ability to make you laugh to drive home a point.
5By CareerMoves“progressives” would a have diametrically opposed view.How to Test Negative for Stupid
5By cant findonenotusedI loved every page of this book!! No matter your political leanings, every American should read Senator Kennedy’s book- you might learn something!A Must Read - regardless of political orientation
5By RZelnioI expected an entertaining read, full of Kennedy’s wit and wisdom. Instead, I got a very enjoyable read about this experiences and beliefs and stances on current events. He also catalogues a lot of support for his views. Well done John Kennedy.How to test negative for stupid
5By OSU 80This book has some serious elements Senator Kennedy uses humor to show how screwed up our government is and how so many get rich “ serving the people”. You will laugh more than you think and his whit and use of language is well worth the read. The man is really smart but comes across as someone you would like to have a beer with. He is right the nonsense will make you want to day drink but I would love to have my wife and I join him for dinner and just listen. She is reading the book now. Worth the time and a few $Loved it!
5By ckeller07I always like to listen to Senator Kennedy as he is one of the few honest politicians in D.C. The book is true to form and hilarious!
