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Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream
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judy
Dec 07, 2009 rated it it was amazing
Without a doubt the most amazing book on acquiring power I've ever read. LBJ even ran his college while a student. Sadly, it was just the skills and point of view he acquired that tarnished his Presidency. Doris was a Harvard intern in the White House when she wrote this book. Somehow LBJ chose her as the repository for his thoughts. She was able to observe him more closely than anyone probably ever has. Yes, Caro did good work too but if you want to understand the man--read this. ...more
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Jan 04, 2011 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
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