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2.71 AVERAGE
2.71 AVERAGE
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What a snooze fest.
Nothing in here that you've not already seen or heard, but this time you hear it with a full Bolton spin on it.
Skim this book. Not worth the time to read 500+ pages.
And dude should have testified.
What a snooze fest.
Nothing in here that you've not already seen or heard, but this time you hear it with a full Bolton spin on it.
Skim this book. Not worth the time to read 500+ pages.
And dude should have testified.
I have never liked Bolton nor how he operates with a Maximum or nothing agenda. Also, how he outright didn't testify.... Obstructionism in it's purest form.
Plus, he stated....that Reagan was the country's Best President - Never - AIDS Epidemic! The deaths of hundreds of thousands, almost decimated my community.
But I do believe most everything he writes about Trump, his present and past administrations, cabinet members and sycophants.
He is a clear and continues to be a danger to this country period!
But hear are a few of some quandaries I have:
* I still don't know why he stayed so long in this position? After stating at many point though out his tenure that he was going to submit his resignation?
*Why is crackhead KellyAnne Conway never mentioned? most likely thought she was superfluous, part of the gossip gang, ie Kuschner, Ivanka etc.
* Briefly touches on Ivanka's roles? - the real Flotus for all practical purposes.
*Why he barely mentions Barr and avoids stating that obvious that he is using the Justice Dept to obstruct and attack the fundamental principles of the law to protect Trump. I guess this isn't that important. WTF.
* He stated Hillary lost the election technically true by the Electoral College. But false since she won the US People's Vote.
This book continues to prove to me that all politicians are corrupt and the Electoral College system needs to be eliminated immediately.
Plus, he stated....that Reagan was the country's Best President - Never - AIDS Epidemic! The deaths of hundreds of thousands, almost decimated my community.
But I do believe most everything he writes about Trump, his present and past administrations, cabinet members and sycophants.
He is a clear and continues to be a danger to this country period!
But hear are a few of some quandaries I have:
* I still don't know why he stayed so long in this position? After stating at many point though out his tenure that he was going to submit his resignation?
*Why is crackhead KellyAnne Conway never mentioned? most likely thought she was superfluous, part of the gossip gang, ie Kuschner, Ivanka etc.
* Briefly touches on Ivanka's roles? - the real Flotus for all practical purposes.
*Why he barely mentions Barr and avoids stating that obvious that he is using the Justice Dept to obstruct and attack the fundamental principles of the law to protect Trump. I guess this isn't that important. WTF.
* He stated Hillary lost the election technically true by the Electoral College. But false since she won the US People's Vote.
This book continues to prove to me that all politicians are corrupt and the Electoral College system needs to be eliminated immediately.
Fuck that. Bolton could’ve testified. Instead he chose to cash in on the deets. Fucking coward.
I suppose that it shouldn't have surprised me that Bolton is an arrogant prick, but it did, sort of . . . According to JRB himself, everything he did manage to accomplish (I use the word reservedly) despite the Trump handicap was strikingly perfect, and if only he were not often stymied by Trump, et. al., he would have been able to bring the US to perfection. The number of times Bolton mentions that he wrote, was drafting, thought about writing, etc., his resignation letter is supposed to, I think, suggest that he is maintaining his integrity while working at a thankless job; however, what it actually does is show how far he is willing to go in prostituting himself before bailing. Along the way, he claims Reagan to be one of the greatest presidents, and he cannot write Obama's name without making some derogatory slam. There is nothing new or interesting to discover about Trump here, which for many of us was the only draw, so unless someone wants to read 500 pages of Bolton patting himself on the back and belittling anyone who so much as suggests disagreement, he/she should take a pass on this one.
This book was interesting. I had heard about it before from people, saying that revealed and exposed Trump's presidency. I decided to give it a try.
One thing for sure, the guy who wrote it definitely has conservative views and isn't some liberal trying to smear Trump. I disagreed with him on some things, but I could see how he came to think that way. One thing I do admire about him is that he was a traditional conservative, not like the so many conservatives now because they like Trump. He also seems to know what he's doing, writing about how he would try to get things done. It seemed to not work so well with the chaos that was the Trump administration, which he often expressed frustration about.
Coming away from this book, I can see how cumbersome and dysfunctional the administration was. It already confirmed that the administration was full of yes men who would never question Trump, because those who did would either leave or be fired, such as Bolton.
I liked the inside view of interactions regarding Venezuela, China, North Korea, and Russia. Its disappointing how nothing positive came out of North Korea, just propaganda for the hermit nation and for Trump. I still think to this day that you do not have to be friends with dictators to get things done. I was really annoyed with how Trump gave multiple dictators a pass because he was just trying to be friends with them.
One thing for sure, the guy who wrote it definitely has conservative views and isn't some liberal trying to smear Trump. I disagreed with him on some things, but I could see how he came to think that way. One thing I do admire about him is that he was a traditional conservative, not like the so many conservatives now because they like Trump. He also seems to know what he's doing, writing about how he would try to get things done. It seemed to not work so well with the chaos that was the Trump administration, which he often expressed frustration about.
Coming away from this book, I can see how cumbersome and dysfunctional the administration was. It already confirmed that the administration was full of yes men who would never question Trump, because those who did would either leave or be fired, such as Bolton.
I liked the inside view of interactions regarding Venezuela, China, North Korea, and Russia. Its disappointing how nothing positive came out of North Korea, just propaganda for the hermit nation and for Trump. I still think to this day that you do not have to be friends with dictators to get things done. I was really annoyed with how Trump gave multiple dictators a pass because he was just trying to be friends with them.
Going into this book I knew I was going to disagree with Bolton on just about all his political philosophies. What I didn't expect was what a self-congratulating, pompous, bore he'd be. The book is dull...it reads more like a transcript or meeting notes. "At 12:20pm I met with..." "At 3:40pm I received a call from...". Makes for terrible reading. The book can actually be summed up in Bolton's own words, "(finicky readers can look up the actual cost on their own; I don't want facts slowing down the narrative flow)" If that doesn't show you the type of person Bolton is...nothing will. There is no narrative flow and facts? We don't need facts in any administration Bolton is associated with.
Why two stars instead of one? It's a decent portrayal of what the day to day is for a National Security Advisor. Probably a bit more chaotic because of the administration, however. That portrayal could have been done in far less pages and a much more readable way.
Unless you are a hardcore political junkie, skip this. I'm glad I only borrowed the book, so none of my money went to Bolton's pocket.
Why two stars instead of one? It's a decent portrayal of what the day to day is for a National Security Advisor. Probably a bit more chaotic because of the administration, however. That portrayal could have been done in far less pages and a much more readable way.
Unless you are a hardcore political junkie, skip this. I'm glad I only borrowed the book, so none of my money went to Bolton's pocket.
It’s a Christmas miracle! I’ve finally finished reading this plodding book that just confirms the chaos of the outgoing administration in the most dry boring way possible. I’m just going to say it-Bolton is arrogant and writes like he’s pretty amazing and the only one who is smart. It’s hard to stomach. I enjoyed some of the snark included, but you had to force yourself to stay awake and pay attention to notice it. My favorite bits were on Gordon “is he ever in Belgium?” Sondland. He talks about the constant political maneuvering among people like Pompeo and Mattis and all the other cast of characters involved.
If you’re mostly looking for an in-depth discussion on Ukraine and what Bolton knew, well, you’re going to be slightly disappointed as it’s about 35 pages of the 450 pages of writing (I am not including the photos, endnotes, etc in the page count. It’s an almost 600 page book with everything included) and most of it is trump demanding Bolton set up a meeting for Giuliani with Zelensky and fire ambassador Yovanovitch.
If you enjoy reading a daily log of times/dates/events interspersed with extremely detailed information, you’re going to love this book. If not, then probably best to skip the investment of time involved reading these 450 pages.
If you’re mostly looking for an in-depth discussion on Ukraine and what Bolton knew, well, you’re going to be slightly disappointed as it’s about 35 pages of the 450 pages of writing (I am not including the photos, endnotes, etc in the page count. It’s an almost 600 page book with everything included) and most of it is trump demanding Bolton set up a meeting for Giuliani with Zelensky and fire ambassador Yovanovitch.
If you enjoy reading a daily log of times/dates/events interspersed with extremely detailed information, you’re going to love this book. If not, then probably best to skip the investment of time involved reading these 450 pages.
John Bolton’s The Room Where It Happened offers a detailed and insider perspective on the Trump presidency from someone who has served under multiple Republican administrations. As a non-American reader who does not align with Republican ideologies, I found this book particularly intriguing for its candid exploration of Donald Trump’s fitness for office.
Bolton, a seasoned Republican who served Presidents Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, and Donald Trump, provides a thorough critique of Trump’s presidency. The book, spanning 588 pages, delves into various aspects of Trump’s leadership that Bolton argues make him unfit for office.
Key points include:
* Lack of Understanding and Acceptance of Intelligence: Bolton highlights Trump’s disregard for intelligence briefings and his tendency to make decisions based on hearsay rather than verified information.
* Inappropriate Roles of Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner: The book criticizes the significant influence and roles of Trump’s daughter and son-in-law, including their use of personal emails (something the Trump campaign targeted in the Clinton campaign) and withholding important communications from the President.
* Personal Favours to Dictators: Bolton details instances where Trump allegedly prioritized personal gains over national interests, favoring leaders like Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, and Xi Jinping.
* Chaotic and Disorganized Leadership: The narrative paints a picture of a presidency driven by flattery and media ratings rather than public interest and duty.
Bolton’s account is a knowledgeable and considered insight into the chaotic nature of Trump’s administration. He argues that Trump’s actions often contradicted the oath to “support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.” This book underscores Bolton’s belief that Trump did not uphold this oath and suggests that his rhetoric for the 2024 election indicates a continued disregard for constitutional principles.
Overall, The Room Where It Happened is a compelling read for those interested in understanding the inner workings of the Trump presidency from a critical Republican perspective. It provides a detailed account of the challenges and controversies that defined Trump’s time in office, making it a significant contribution to the ongoing discourse about his leadership.
Bolton, a seasoned Republican who served Presidents Ronald Reagan, George W. Bush, and Donald Trump, provides a thorough critique of Trump’s presidency. The book, spanning 588 pages, delves into various aspects of Trump’s leadership that Bolton argues make him unfit for office.
Key points include:
* Lack of Understanding and Acceptance of Intelligence: Bolton highlights Trump’s disregard for intelligence briefings and his tendency to make decisions based on hearsay rather than verified information.
* Inappropriate Roles of Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner: The book criticizes the significant influence and roles of Trump’s daughter and son-in-law, including their use of personal emails (something the Trump campaign targeted in the Clinton campaign) and withholding important communications from the President.
* Personal Favours to Dictators: Bolton details instances where Trump allegedly prioritized personal gains over national interests, favoring leaders like Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, and Xi Jinping.
* Chaotic and Disorganized Leadership: The narrative paints a picture of a presidency driven by flattery and media ratings rather than public interest and duty.
Bolton’s account is a knowledgeable and considered insight into the chaotic nature of Trump’s administration. He argues that Trump’s actions often contradicted the oath to “support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic.” This book underscores Bolton’s belief that Trump did not uphold this oath and suggests that his rhetoric for the 2024 election indicates a continued disregard for constitutional principles.
Overall, The Room Where It Happened is a compelling read for those interested in understanding the inner workings of the Trump presidency from a critical Republican perspective. It provides a detailed account of the challenges and controversies that defined Trump’s time in office, making it a significant contribution to the ongoing discourse about his leadership.
This book is good, but I think Mark Esper's book is better.
Anyone who knows Amb. Bolton knows his positions on many points. But the book is an interesting look into the Trump Whitehouse.
Anyone who knows Amb. Bolton knows his positions on many points. But the book is an interesting look into the Trump Whitehouse.
