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The Tangled Web tells the dramatic story of detective Richard Cain's criminal career as revealed by his half-brother, Michael. Cain led a double-life—one as a well-known cop who led raids that landed on the front pages, and the other as a "made man" in one of Chicago's most notorious mob families.

Weekly Standard editor Daniel Halper provides a meticulously researched account of the brilliant calculations, secret deals, and occasionally treacherous maneuverings that led to the Clintons’ return to political prominence. In the twelve years since the Clintons left the White House, they...

Dive deep into the life of America's 42nd President with "Bill Clinton Biography Flash," the podcast that unravels the compelling story of one of the most influential political figures of the late 20th century. Join us as we explore Bill Clinton's extraordinary journey from a small town in Arkansas to the world stage of global politics. Each episode peels back the layers of his remarkable life, revealing intimate details about his childhood, his rise through political ranks, and his transformative presidency. Discover the personal challenges, political triumphs, and complex legacy of a leader ...

Inside the Clinton White House offers an intimate perspective on these questions and many more, granting listeners unprecedented access to the sensitive Oval Office banter that changed the course of history. Bringing together material from 400 hours of candid conversations with over 60 individuals, respected oral historian Russell L. Riley weaves this illuminating testimony with important contextual information to form an irresistible narrative, taking the listener from Clinton's first potential White House bid in 1988 to the final days of his controversial public career.

Le elezioni presidenziali 2016 in America, le 58esime da quando il mandato presidenziale è quadriennale, hanno eletto il successore del Presidente Barack Obama, giunto alla fine del suo secondo mandato. Nel corso della campagna elettorale, il rappresentante del partito Repubblicano, l'imprenditore Donald Trump di New York, e il suo candidato alla vicepresidenza, il governatore dell'Indiana Mike Pence, hanno sfidato la candidata del partito Democratico.

In this fascinating work of popular history, the New York Times bestselling author of Sex with Kings and The Royal Art of Poison uncovers the bedroom secrets of American presidents and explores the surprising ways voters have reacted to their leaders’ sex scandals. While Americans have a...

Daniel Benjamin and Steven Simon began working on this book shortly after leaving the National Security Council, where, as director and senior director for counterterrorism, they watched the rise of al-Qaeda and helped coordinate America’s fight against Usama bin Laden and his organization...

This remarkable book synthesizes a lifetime of in-depth research into one of America's most storied disasters, the defeat of Custer's 7th Cavalry at the hands of the Sioux and Cheyenne Indians, as well as the complete annihilation of that part of the cavalry led by Custer himself. The author, Gordon Harper, spent countless hours on the battlefield itself as well as researching every iota of evidence of the fight from both sides, white and Indian. He was, thus, able to recreate every step of the battle as authoritatively as anyone could, dispelling myths and falsehoods along the way.

Bill Clinton is renowned for his skills as a public speaker. His speaking style is characterized by a warm Southern drawl that often conveys a sense of sincerity and approachability. He has a knack for connecting with an audience, using eye contact and body language to engage people on a personal level. His speeches are often peppered with anecdotes and he has the ability to explain complex issues in relatable terms. Clinton's oratory is marked by his ability to build to a crescendo, often leading to rounds of applause. He uses pauses effectively to emphasize points, and his use of rhetoric is...

What happens when someone with zero literary qualifications decides to read old books on a podcast? Pure entertainment. Host Avril Clinton-Forde explores vintage texts from the 1700s-1920s, uncovering obsessive, wonderful and proper passages about everything from marriage proposals to hound management. Born from a chance encounter in an Irish bookshop and a book shelf of ancient volumes, each episode dives into forgotten stories, eccentric characters, and the wonderfully elaborate language of the time. Perfect for history lovers, insomniacs, and anyone who enjoys literary curiosities.

Vices and Volumes is what happens when someone with zero literary qualifications decides to make a podcast about old books—and somehow makes it work. Host Avril Clinton-Forde, broadcasting from Ireland, reads delightfully ridiculous passages from vintage texts (1700s-1920s) and tumbles down historical rabbit holes with the enthusiasm of someone who finds 200-year-old instructions genuinely hilarious.Started because an American tourist with enviable confidence said "You should do a podcast!"—and Avril, armed with the unfounded self-assurance that only comes with aggressive bookshop browsing...

President William Jefferson Clinton, the first baby boomer to occupy the White House, took office with a group of political foes viewing him as an unworthy president. Clinton was dogged by the Whitewater scandal, the Paula Jones sexual harassment lawsuit, and the Monica Lewinsky revelation. His own decision to sign the controversial independent-counsel statute back into law—which led to the appointment of Independent Counsel Kenneth W. Starr—haunted him throughout his time in office.

They adore her in Manhattan. They worship her in Hollywood. They idolize her in the liberal media. But out in the real world are those of us who see through her lies about her husband, reject her socialist economics, and despise her radical social agenda. We are the members of what Hillary Clinton described as a "Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy", and at VRWC headquarters, we've been keeping a file on her.

Hillary Clinton is an American politician, diplomat, lawyer, writer, and public speaker. She was born on October 26, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois. A member of the Democratic Party, she has held several significant political roles throughout her career, including First Lady of the United States (1993–2001), U.S. Senator from New York (2001–2009), and Secretary of State under President Barack Obama (2009–2013).Clinton is known for her work in advancing women's rights, healthcare reform, and foreign policy. She was the Democratic nominee for President in the 2016 election, becoming the first ...

Journey into the inspiring life of Booker T. Washington, one of the earliest African American leaders who emerged in the aftermath of the Civil War. Born to a slave woman in Virginia, his life took a turn when his mother moved them to West Virginia following emancipation. Rising to prominence, Booker championed the cause of education, leading the Tuskegee Institute for over three decades and collaborating with other universities. Advocating a balanced approach to uplift African Americans, he focused on education and entrepreneurship. However, behind the scenes, he was an active force in ...

Barack Obama's speech on the Edmund Pettus Bridge to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery marches should have represented the culmination of Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of racial unity. Yet, in Fracture, MSNBC national correspondent Joy-Ann Reid shows that, despite the...

Winner of the 2004 Arthur Ross Book Award from the Council on Foreign Relations From two of the world’s foremost experts on the new terrorism comes the definitive book on the rise of al-Qaeda and America’s efforts to combat the most innovative and dangerous terrorist group ever. Daniel...

The Democrat Party, best-selling author David Limbaugh claims, has sold itself to left-wing extremists, losing its mind and soul. Limbaugh charts how the Democrat Party, unable to come to grips with the Clinton scandals, unable to accept the defeat of Al Gore in 2000, and unable to accept its current minority status, has embraced a politics of ideological hate and nihilism.

When fourteen-year-old Carlotta Walls walked up the stairs of Little Rock Central High School on September 25, 1957, she and eight other black students only wanted to make it to class. But the journey of the “Little Rock Nine,” as they came to be known, would lead the nation on an even...

As one of two FBI agents posted at the White House to perform background checks on appointees, FBI Special Agent Gary Aldrich intended to close his eventful career in peace and dignity. But what he witnessed during the Clinton administration left him deeply troubled, then alarmed, and finally, so outraged that he felt compelled to leave.