Rand's philosophies still shape politics today. She is still relevant, and many individuals follow her work. According to a 1991 survey, Rand's novel Atlas Shrugged was the secondmost influential book for Book of the Month Club members, second only to the Bible.
Most recently, Rand has been connected to the political movement of The Tea Party. Britain's publication The Guardian makes the following connection between the two:
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Rand is also mentioned in pop culture. She is featured in the animated show South Park.
Below is a clip from the show.
Below is a clip from the show.
The Simpsons also mentions Rand's novel The Fountainhead, calling on its political
stance and Rand's "masculine" appearance.
stance and Rand's "masculine" appearance.