Karl Rove has remade American politics. Even though few Americans know his name, he has been the guiding force behind George W. Bush's march to the White House and the stunning Republican victory in the 2002 midterm elections. In Boy Genius, three veteran political reporters introduce us to the man and his methods. From a rowdy past as a young Republican in Richard Nixon's Karl Rove has remade American politics. Even though few Americans know his name, he has been the guiding force behind George W. Bush's march to the White House and the stunning Republican victory in the 2002 midterm elections. In Boy Genius, three veteran political reporters introduce us to the man and his methods. From a rowdy past as a young Republican in Richard Nixon's Washington; to masterminding the defeat of Ann Richards, the popular governor of Texas; to his triumphs on the national stage, Karl Rove has taken no prisoners in his quest to elect his candidates and destroy his rivals. Lou Dubose, Jan Reid, and Carl M. Cannon have written a fascinating, entertaining look at the political life of the Man Who Would Be Kingmaker - and a vivid portrait of how politics is played today.
Boy Genius: Karl Rove, the Brains Behind the Remarkable Political Triumph of George W. Bush
Karl Rove has remade American politics. Even though few Americans know his name, he has been the guiding force behind George W. Bush's march to the White House and the stunning Republican victory in the 2002 midterm elections. In Boy Genius, three veteran political reporters introduce us to the man and his methods. From a rowdy past as a young Republican in Richard Nixon's Karl Rove has remade American politics. Even though few Americans know his name, he has been the guiding force behind George W. Bush's march to the White House and the stunning Republican victory in the 2002 midterm elections. In Boy Genius, three veteran political reporters introduce us to the man and his methods. From a rowdy past as a young Republican in Richard Nixon's Washington; to masterminding the defeat of Ann Richards, the popular governor of Texas; to his triumphs on the national stage, Karl Rove has taken no prisoners in his quest to elect his candidates and destroy his rivals. Lou Dubose, Jan Reid, and Carl M. Cannon have written a fascinating, entertaining look at the political life of the Man Who Would Be Kingmaker - and a vivid portrait of how politics is played today.
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Jeff Carpenter –
Whether or not you agree with Rove's politics, most people will agree that Karl Rove is a top shelf political operative. This book gives you an insider's view to his beginnings in Texas, the election's of 2000 and 2004, and his career in Washington. Great read for history lovers and those that enjoy current events. Whether or not you agree with Rove's politics, most people will agree that Karl Rove is a top shelf political operative. This book gives you an insider's view to his beginnings in Texas, the election's of 2000 and 2004, and his career in Washington. Great read for history lovers and those that enjoy current events.
Steve –
Read this a few years back. Scary, of course, but I wouldn't recommend it. Read this a few years back. Scary, of course, but I wouldn't recommend it.
Jarrett Ray –
The authors are liberals, but they nonetheless cover a lot of ground. The background of how Rove transformed Texas is particularly interesting.
Dan –
Carl Rove is turd blossom.
Mary Newcomb –
This is the story of Karl Rove, the brains behind George W Bush. It is fascinating and important reading.
Garrett –
Interesting and well-written book for anyone curious about Texas politics.
Jan Strong –
All about my friend Karl-not authorized and some marginally correct things..I'll wait for his book-coming sometime in the future All about my friend Karl-not authorized and some marginally correct things..I'll wait for his book-coming sometime in the future
Vickie –
Love him or hate him. The man got game. Very interesting person. Deserves all the props he gets. President Bush was lucky to have him on his side instead of opposing him.
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Shirley –
Very interesting maneuvering on Karl's part. Very interesting maneuvering on Karl's part.
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Ryan –
Excellent, honest take on the evolution of a new american icon. Turns out he really is a dick.