Political Science : Leadership

America Alone looks at the neo-conservative rise in U.S. influence and how this in conservative policy has been detrimental to the safety and stability of the United States. It then sets out an alternative approach emphasizing the traditional conservative principles of containing risk, consensus diplomacy and balance of power. more...

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The architect of the Obama campaign reveals how it all happened— and how it will revolutionize our politics. David Plouffe not only led the effort that put Barack Obama in the White House, but he also changed the face of politics forever and reenergized the idea of democracy itself. The Audacity to Win is his story of that groundbreaking achievement, taking readers inside the remarkable campaign that led to the election of the first African American president. For two years Plouffe worked side by side with Obama, charting the course of the campaign. His is the ultimate insider’s tale, revealing both the strategies that delivered Obama to office and how the candidate and campaign handled moments of great challenge and opportunity. Moving from the deliberations about whether to run at all, through the epic primary battle with Hillary Clinton and the general election against John McCain, Plouffe showcases the high-wire gamesmanship that fascinated pundits and the drama and intrigue that captivated a nation. The Audacity to Win chronicles the arrival of a new moment in American life at the convergence of digital technology and grassroots organization, and the exciting possibilities revealed by a campaign that in many ways functioned as a $1 billion start-up with laser-like focus and discipline. In this extraordinary book, David Plouffe unfolds one of the most important political stories of our time, one whose lessons are not limited to politics, but reach to the greatest heights of what we dream about for our country and ourselves. more...

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The author of "Intellectuals" and "Creators" continues his engaging history series with this enlightening and entertaining work. Approaching the subject of heroism by example, Johnson brings to life a galaxy of legendary figures who have inspired and transformed their cultures. more...

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With the publication of her landmark bestseller Paris 1919 , Margaret MacMillan was praised as “a superb writer who can bring history to life” ( The Philadelphia Inquirer ). Now she brings her extraordinary gifts to one of the most important subjects today–the relationship between the United States and China–and one of the most significant moments in modern history. more...

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