American political leaders

Synopsis

"The men and women profiled in this book spring from diverse backgrounds; each was elected or appointed to his or her position and all have wielded political leadership in ways that have had a profound impact on the lives of their fellow citizens. American Political Leaders highlights the lives and achievements of more than 250 individuals with the right qualities to have become effective leaders in the political arena and who have shaped their constituents' lives by utilizing their political offices as platforms for altering, protecting, or enhancing life in the United States. From John Adams to Woodrow Wilson, this volume explores the lives of such notables as Madeleine Albright, William Jennings Bryan, Elizabeth Dole, Alan Greenspan, John Hancock, Fiorello La Guardia, Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., and Daniel Webster ." "Any reader with an interest in U.S. history or politics will want this book. It contains an introduction, a general bibliography, two subject indexes that list entries by office held and year of birth, a comprehensive index, and nearly 60 photographs of the remarkable individuals profiled."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved