As the news that Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel had resigned “under pressure” spread, news stories immediately characterized his departure in terms of a combination of personality clashes and policy disputes. Thus, the New York Times, citing White House sources, reported the story this way: “The officials characterized the decision as recognition that the threat […]…Continue Reading The Real Reason Obama Chucked Hagel
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On a (West) Wing and a Prayer: Obama This Day Is Daley Led
Predictably, Obama’s chief of staff Bill Daley is coming in for criticism recently (see also here) regarding how he is running the White House on the President’s behalf. The criticisms surfaced against the backdrop of Democratic strategist James Ca……Continue Reading On a (West) Wing and a Prayer: Obama This Day Is Daley Led
Rest In Peace Ted Sorensen
Ted Sorensen died today, a week after suffering a stroke. He was 82. Sorensen served for many years as John Kennedy’s chief staff assistant, beginning as a research aide to the newly elected Senator in 1953 and culminating with his … Continue r……Continue Reading Rest In Peace Ted Sorensen
Rahmbo’s Role: A Recipe for a Short Tenure?
The debate during the last several weeks regarding Rahm “Rahmbo” Emanuel’s role in the Obama White House provides an opportunity to revisit a topic that is one of my main research interests, and about which I’ve written extensively in academic journals: what is the most effective way for a president to organize his White House […]…Continue Reading Rahmbo’s Role: A Recipe for a Short Tenure?
I’m coming for you Axelrod!
I realize that many of my students haven’t actually seen any of the Rambo movies. If we need any more evidence that as a society we are truly slouching toward Gomorrah, it’s surely the failure of the current generation to view these cinematic masterpieces. When it comes to acting, I can think of few individuals […]…Continue Reading I’m coming for you Axelrod!