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"Illuminates Biden's long and eventful career in the Senate, his eight years as Obama's vice president, his sojourn in the political wilderness after being passed over for Hillary Clinton in 2016, his decision to challenge Donald Trump for the presidency, and his choice of Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. Osnos ponders the difficulties Biden will face if elected and weighs how political circumstances, and changes in the candidate's thinking, have altered his positions"--Provided by publisher.

U.S. Senator Joe Biden tells his life story, describing his political career as well as his parents; his first marriage, which ended tragically with the death of his wife and infant daughter; his rebuilding of his life with his second wife; his two aneurysms; and other topics.

"A sweeping 50-year history of how the Baby Boomers took the reforms of the 1960s too far, leading to a multitude of contradictions in American society and values that caused our current political polarization"--Provided by publisher.

Summary: Discusses recent events in Eastern Europe, focusing on the decisive year that saw the fall of Communist governments in several countries.

Discusses presidential impeachment, including the history of it and when it should be used in the present day.

A biography of Polish union leader Lech Walesa focusing on the events leading up to his election as president of Poland.

Examines some of the most successful third parties in recent years, including the Patriot, Green, Libertarian, and Constitution parties.

Chronicles the rise of conservatism in America in the years following World War II and examines how this movement shaped American policies even into the new millennium. Outlines opposing perspectives on conservatism and includes primary source documents.

Chronicles the evolution of the United States over the course of the twentieth-century, speculating on how life might change in the future due to advances in technology, and globalization.