Kathleen Gronnerud – författare

This collection offers a front seat view of the rise, reign, and fall of powerful modern political families and examines the effects they have had on political, social, and economic issues in American society.Modern American Political Dynasties: A Study of Power, Family, and Political Influence is a unique research resource and fascinating read that explores the dynamics and modern America's most influential political families. It provides a thorough study of approximately 20 of the best-known surnames in 20th-century American politics. More than just a biography, it highlights how these families' dynamics have influenced political practice and thought, providing a holistic context for the evolution of political dynasties in the United States.The text includes a historically grounded examination of the crossroads of family and politics as it charts the origins, development, peak strength, and decline of each family. It is the only published volume to include biographical and contextual information on major political dynasties in addition to fascinating research on high-profile personalities.

Explore the life experiences, influences, and personal views of Hillary Clinton from her childhood in 1950s suburban Chicago to her presidential run in 2016.While numerous volumes have been written about Hillary Clinton, many authors have devoted entire books to just one aspect of Clinton's public or private life. Yet few, if any, have provided a comprehensive look at her life in public service from an objective, scholarly viewpoint.Designed both for students doing research and general readers wanting to know more about Clinton's life and career, this book not only offers an overview of her education, family, career, and political views, but also provides historical context to her choices, accomplishments, and defeats. The volume's chapters present a chronological telling of her life story thus far including key experiences, influences, and the development of her political views. The volume also includes photographs and short sidebars, which help to tie Clinton's personal experiences to the contemporaneous culture of the nation. A lengthy bibliography provides assistance to readers interested in further research or reading.

Explore the life experiences, influences, and personal views of Hillary Clinton from her childhood in 1950s suburban Chicago to her presidential run in 2016.While numerous volumes have been written about Hillary Clinton, many authors have devoted entire books to just one aspect of Clinton's public or private life. Yet few, if any, have provided a comprehensive look at her life in public service from an objective, scholarly viewpoint.Designed both for students doing research and general readers wanting to know more about Clinton's life and career, this book not only offers an overview of her education, family, career, and political views, but also provides historical context to her choices, accomplishments, and defeats. The volume's chapters present a chronological telling of her life story thus far including key experiences, influences, and the development of her political views. The volume also includes photographs and short sidebars, which help to tie Clinton's personal experiences to the contemporaneous culture of the nation. A lengthy bibliography provides assistance to readers interested in further research or reading.

A biography that places a life and achievements in the context of modern American history, particularly multiculturalism, race relations, women’s equality, and growing political polarization.The daughter of immigrants from Jamaica and India who met at UC Berkeley and were involved in the civil rights movement, Kamala Harris understood early in life the importance of social justice and political engagement. This volume highlights Harris’s journey from her childhood in Oakland, CA through her 2024 presidential campaign; from her family and cultural influences to her education at Howard University and then law school; from her early legal and political career in the San Francisco Bay Area to her election as the first African American and first woman to serve as California Attorney General, as well as her years in the US Senate—all which paved the way for Harris to become the first woman to ever serve as vice president. A useful first-stop resource for students of American history, political science, and women's studies, this biography places each of Harris's milestone accomplishments in its historical context, illuminating not only the current political landscape but her significance to the contemporary challenges women of color continue to face in US politics. A detailed chronology, curated sidebars, narrative sequencing, and a comprehensive bibliography of vetted sources guide readers through the topics and to a better understanding of Kamala Harris’s legacy in American history.