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Ken Walsh Celebrity in Chief: A History of the Presidents and the Culture of Stardom
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A familiar face was seen at both the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in May. Ken Walsh, White House Correspondent for U.S. News and World Report, Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize winner, and author of numerous books on the presidency and life in the White House, made a return visit to Michigan. He spoke in both Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor about his most recent book, Celebrity in Chief: A History of the Presidents and the Culture of Stardom. Following each program, Mr. Walsh signed his book and visited with guests.
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Ken Walsh Celebrity in Chief: A History of the Presidents and the Culture of Stardom
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A familiar face was seen at both the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in May. Ken Walsh, White House Correspondent for U.S. News and World Report, Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize winner, and author of numerous books on the presidency and life in the White House, made a return visit to Michigan. He spoke in both Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor about his most recent book, Celebrity in Chief: A History of the Presidents and the Culture of Stardom. Following each program, Mr. Walsh signed his book and visited with guests.
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Ken Walsh Celebrity in Chief: A History of the Presidents and the Culture of Stardom
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A familiar face was seen at both the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in May. Ken Walsh, White House Correspondent for U.S. News and World Report, Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize winner, and author of numerous books on the presidency and life in the White House, made a return visit to Michigan. He spoke in both Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor about his most recent book, Celebrity in Chief: A History of the Presidents and the Culture of Stardom. Following each program, Mr. Walsh signed his book and visited with guests.
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Al From What’s Missing in Presidential Politics?
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Al From is founder of the Democratic Leadership Council and considered by many to be one of the countrys leading political strategists. He spoke at both the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum this spring on political strategy in general and his book, The New Democrats and the Return to Power. Red Cavaney, chairman of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation, joined Mr. From in a fascinating discussion of presidential campaign philosophy, political polarization, the often unheard middle, and moving forward with political courage.
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Al From What’s Missing in Presidential Politics?
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Al From is founder of the Democratic Leadership Council and considered by many to be one of the countrys leading political strategists. He spoke at both the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum this spring on political strategy in general and his book, The New Democrats and the Return to Power. Red Cavaney, chairman of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation, joined Mr. From in a fascinating discussion of presidential campaign philosophy, political polarization, the often unheard middle, and moving forward with political courage.
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Al From What’s Missing in Presidential Politics?
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Al From is founder of the Democratic Leadership Council and considered by many to be one of the countrys leading political strategists. He spoke at both the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum this spring on political strategy in general and his book, The New Democrats and the Return to Power. Red Cavaney, chairman of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation, joined Mr. From in a fascinating discussion of presidential campaign philosophy, political polarization, the often unheard middle, and moving forward with political courage.
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Being Nixon: A Divided Man
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The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation and Museum joined with the Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies at Grand Valley University to bring in bestselling author, Evan Thomas on October 22. Thomas discussed his newly acclaimed book Being Nixon: A Divided Man. Touching on Nixon's Quaker roots and his constant struggles to retain power from real and perceived threats, Thomas gave insight into the man who lead the United States into talks with both China and the Soviet Union, but could not handle his own personal demons.
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Being Nixon: A Divided Man
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The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation and Museum joined with the Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies at Grand Valley University to bring in bestselling author, Evan Thomas on October 22. Thomas discussed his newly acclaimed book Being Nixon: A Divided Man. Touching on Nixon's Quaker roots and his constant struggles to retain power from real and perceived threats, Thomas gave insight into the man who lead the United States into talks with both China and the Soviet Union, but could not handle his own personal demons.
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Being Nixon: A Divided Man
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The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation and Museum joined with the Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies at Grand Valley University to bring in bestselling author, Evan Thomas on October 22. Thomas discussed his newly acclaimed book Being Nixon: A Divided Man. Touching on Nixon's Quaker roots and his constant struggles to retain power from real and perceived threats, Thomas gave insight into the man who lead the United States into talks with both China and the Soviet Union, but could not handle his own personal demons.
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Gerald R. Ford: An Honorable Life Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor
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The Museum and the Library held back-to-back programs featuring James Cannon's long-awaited second book on President Ford, Gerald R. Ford: An Honorable Life, which was released posthumously in May 2013 during President Fords centennial year. James Cannon served as Fords White House domestic policy adviser in the Ford administration. In a moderated discussion by Professor Barry Rabe of the UM Ford School of Public Policy with Cannons sons, Scott and Jim, the group talked about James Cannon III, his dedication to journalism and the political arena, and their shared admiration for the accomplishments of President Ford.