political leadership

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A history of the presidency

2005
Learn the importance of the presidency, where he lives and what he does. Also how someone gets to be president and the qualities needed for the job.

The dark side of Camelot

1997
An investigative journalist's account of the private life of President John F. Kennedy, looks at his contacts with organized crime, romantic affairs, questionable campaign tactics, and alleged approval of the assassinations of foreign political leaders.

The survivor

Bill Clinton in the White House
2006
"Washington Post" correspondent John F. Harris provides an inside look at the Clinton administration. Harris details Clinton's goals, successes, and failures during his two terms as president. Also discusses Clinton's personal relationships and their effect on his job performance.

The top ten leaders that changed the world

2010
There are only a chosen few who rise above the rest to lead mankind. Some meet history with favorable review while others meet with infamy. Presents the most remarkable leaders of all time. Introducing both the good and the bad, readers will learn about rulers who bettered or battered their people, and changed the course of history forever.

A time to fight

reclaiming a fair and just America
2008
Jim Webb, the outspoken senator from Virginia, shares his views of why America's economy, government, and people seem to be suffering and offers a no-nonsense approach to fix the country's ills and help the people who need it most.

Lincoln on leadership

executive strategies for tough times
1992

Why Coolidge matters

leadership lessons from America's most underrated president
2013
Examines the presidential leadership of Calvin Coolidge, discussing his views on governing, public-sector unions, education, race, immigration, and foreign policy.

How do you kill 11 million people?

why the truth matters more than you think
2011
"Through the lens of the Holocaust, Andy Andrews examines the critical need for truth in our relationships, our communities, and out government"--Provided by publisher.

Where have all the leaders gone?

2007
Auto executive Lee Iacocca examines the difficult questions today's political leaders are failing to address and offers his own thoughts on how the country can be improved.

The rhetorical presidency of George H.W. Bush

2005
Examines the role that rhetoric played in the downfall of George H. W. Bush's presidency, discussing how Bush abonded the rhetorical strategies that won him the election once he was in office and failed to recognize the important role rhetoric plays in policy formation and implementation.

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