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    Yes We (Still) Can: Politics in the age of Obama, Twitter and Trump

    By Dan Pfeiffer

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    From Barack Obama's former communications director comes a colourful account of how politics, the media, and the internet changed during the Obama presidency and how Democrats can fight back in the Trump era.

    The ‘Decade of Obama’ (2007—2017) was one of massive change that rewrote the rules of politics in ways that are only now beginning to be understood. Which is why all pundits got the 2016 presidential election wrong). Yes We (Still) Can looks at how Obama navigated the forces that allowed Trump to win the White House, becoming one of the most consequential presidents in American history, why Trump surprised everyone, and how Democrats can come out on top in the long run.

    Part political memoir, part blueprint for progressives in the Trump era, Yes We (Still) Can is an insider’s take on the crazy politics of our time. Pfeiffer, one of Barack Obama’s longest-serving advisors, reveals never-before-told stories ranging from Obama’s presidential campaigns to his time in the White House, providing readers with an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at life on the front line of politics.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBiteback Publishing
    Release dateJun 19, 2018
    ISBN9781785904318
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    Yes We (Still) Can: Politics in the age of Obama, Twitter and Trump
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    Dan Pfeiffer

    Dan Pfeiffer is a co-host of the popular political podcast Pod Save America. One of Barack Obama’s longest-serving advisors, he was White House director of communications under President Obama (2009—2013) and senior adviser to the President (2013—2015).

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    • 4/5
      As a listener to Pod Save America, I really enjoyed this book, which kinda reads like a long, themed episode of the podcast. It's got the same positive tone and determined optimism while being peppered with anecdotes about the Obama campaigns and White House administration. I also appreciated the analysis of how social media, particularly Twitter, has changed the political environment. Overall, a great book with an interesting take on current politics.
    • 5/5
      I hate to admit it, but I did not really appreciate Obama as president as much as I should have. Every time Trump does or says something that is so beyond reality, I think how it used to be when we had a president who was extremely intelligent, thoughtful and articulate. I miss you Obama! The author takes the reader for a trip down memory lane and offers some wonderful insights into how we went from Obama to Trump. Pfeiffer is also incredibly funny! I simply loved this book and hope he is enjoying his new role on his Podcast. He deserves it after his time on the campaign and in the White House - even though he worked for a classy president!
    • 4/5
      Interesting look at how media and politics have changed over the past 10 years in America. If you are looking for a White House political memoir, this is a little lacking. It’s more a critique of American media and the way political parties are run. Dan does pepper in some stories about his time on the campaign and in the White House. But if you are looking for a White House, I’d recommend ‘Who thought this would be a good idea’.
    • 5/5
      t's probably important to know that I am a Friend of The Pod. Pod Save America is my #1 Crooked Media podcast but I subscribe to several others and the What A Day newsletter. I am not similar in any obvious way to Jon, Jon, Tommy and Dan (I'm a baby boomer - we're not all bad, Lovett). But I feel like we've been on the same emotional rollercoaster since November 9, 2016.Dan was Obama's communications director but not a speechwriter per se. Yet this book (which I read as opposed to listening) felt like an extension of the podcasts and was written in an honest and compelling manner. And there are footnotes - lots of funny footnotes which made reading a little tough. Since I read on a kindle I used my kindle app to go back and forth! There are stories but no gossip (as Dan said he's not an asshole) from the Obama years. It's obvious Dan admires Barack Obama. I enjoyed reading about his interaction with other members of the Obama team. And it was a team. Because I do this - I googled past communications directors to understand his role. President Obama had 5 directors in 8 years as president. Today -in the first 19 months in Trumpland there have been 6 directors.If you are a Trump supporter you will not like this book so don't bother. If you are an Obama fan or someone who's unsure about their feelings about President Obama - I highly recommend it.
    • 4/5
      Pfeiffer provides a short nostalgic trip back to the Obama presidency and his duties as communications director. Throughout the book, Pfeiffer provides comparisons to how the Obama administration handled things vs. what the Trump administration does now. He blasts Fox News (with the exception of Chris Wallace) and recounts a number of insider stories on how successful the Obama White House was in communications and when they were not. There are some great insights into the two campaigns for Presidency and that can serve as a template for future Democratic candidates.

      No leaks. No scandals. No Drama Obama. No embarrassing tweets. No racist comments. God, how I miss those days.

      I loved this characterization of Obama by David Plouffe. Barack Obama is a "Chess Player in a city of Checker Players."

      Great read. Interesting stories and insights...
    • 4/5
      Interesting and nostalgic look into the inner workings of the Obama White House
    • 4/5
      Yes We (Still) Can: Politics In The Age of Obama, Twitter and Trumpby Dan Pfeiffer 2018 Twelve Books 4.5 / 5Positive, objective and optimistic analysis of Pfeiffer´s time working for President Obama as his communications director. Pfeiffer takes a look at the pros and cons of working for Obama, sharing anecdotes and stories working with Barack as well as many other politicians throughout his career (Tom Daschle, Steve Hildebrand and Evan Bayh).Comprehensive, this follows Obama´s years in the White House, the pros and cons. Internet usage changed while Obama was President and despite his warning was used to circumvent and change the political state of the USA today. He also offers suggestions of how we can make sure this never happens again to our politics and our future.This book gave me hope for the future, and the future of our democracy. Trumps exploitation of people, race, sex, government, taxes, and foreign policy, is just a symptom, hopefully we can cure this disease.Very comprehensive and presented in a way that is easy to read and follow. There is hope for a more inclusive and less corrupt future.