The George W. Bush Presidency: Appraisals and Prospects

by Colin Dearborn Campbell (Editor), Bert A. Rockman

As the most current, substantive, and serious look at the Bush Presidency available to students today, this timely collection of original perspectives is the how-they’re doing-so-far report you have been waiting for. Bush’s presidency intriguing for many reasons. The unusual circumstances of Bush’s ascent to the presidency, the political success of his campaigns to cut taxes, the horrific events of 9/11, the waning of the economic boom, corporate corruption, and the rise of a unilateral and muscular approach to U.S. foreign policy—are just some of the distinguishing factors discussed in this balanced collection. Each contributor focuses on one aspect of the Bush administration ranging from the president’s leadership style and the influence of interest groups, to the effects of public opinion and the role of the courts. This authoritative book provides measured and nuanced assessment of Bush’s accomplishments, failures, and frustrations at a particularly eventful time in American history.

361 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2003