A Short Presidential History Lesson

Based on my need to read on every topic possible, it should be no surprise that I chose to read Presidential Command by Peter W. Rodman. This book discussed the presidency from Nixon to W., and how foreign policy changed. It was an interesting read, especially in the sense that I learned many details that were ignored in my high school history classes.

I think the biggest lesson I got from this book was what makes a good Secretary of State. Rodman mentions that "Naming a strong individual...requires a considerable self-confident on the part of a president" (p.60). This really explains why Barack chose Hillary.

Overall, I would recommend this book to my friends who enjoy political science, but I'm very much looking forward to a different book.