First published 2019
Mark Halperin tackles the central question consuming over 100 million Americans: how can Donald Trump lose the 2020 election? Halperin interviewed more than seventy-five of the nation's most seasoned political strategists to uncover their blueprint for victory. The operatives share hard-won wisdom from presidential campaigns, offering tactical advice on psychological preparation, voter analysis, debate strategy, and running mate selection. They address the unique challenge Trump presents as a volatile campaigner with massive financial resources and strong allies. Only four elected incumbent presidents have lost reelection since 1900, making this task formidable. The strategists acknowledge the difficulty but maintain victory remains achievable. Their insights come from years at the highest levels of American politics, including voices like David Axelrod, James Carville, Donna Brazile, and Jennifer Granholm. The book provides voters with concrete tools to assess which Democratic candidates stand the best chance against the incumbent president.
Genres: american, political-science, 21st-century, political-thriller
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: political-thriller
253 pages · Kindle Edition · Regan Arts.