First published 2017
Donald Trump entered the White House as the first commander in chief with no prior government or military experience. His business background and celebrity status shaped a governing style unlike any traditional politician. Newt Gingrich draws from over two years working with Trump's campaign and early presidency to examine how this outsider approach transforms American politics. Gingrich argues that Trump's five decades in business created principles that clash with Washington establishment expectations. The book explores Trump's decision making process, his policy solutions for national security and domestic issues, and the forces opposing his agenda. Gingrich identifies the media, bureaucracy, and political elites as obstacles to Trump's mission of bold policy changes. He contends that Trump's power comes from ordinary Americans rather than government insiders, and that citizen support will determine whether Trump can overcome entrenched Washington interests to fulfill his campaign promises.
Genres: american, political-science, non-fiction, biography-memoir, 21st-century, current-affairs
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: outsider, political-outsider
Setting: Washington
Period: Early Presidency, 2016 Campaign
368 pages · Hardcover · Center Street