Though this book was well-written, articulate, and hopeful, I nonetheless ended up feeling a bit managed, if you know what I mean. Although he tells us a great deal about himself, he actually says very little about what he stands for or what he would do if elected to higher office. I know, he's a politician, what can I expect? I guess from him I was expecting a bit more. As a committed leftist, I also was a bit disturbed that, whereas he opposed the second Iraq war, he pretty staunchly defends the first one, which was every bit as immoral, in my opinion. Still and all, I can't point to another politician out there who would be willing and/or capable of writing a book as cogent and honest as this one. Heck, I would vote for the guy just to have someone to listen to that doesn't make my skin crawl when he speaks. See, when I lower my standards far enough, even I can be pleased! This book is definitely worth a read. Enjoy.