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“An engaging, blow-by-blow account of the infancy of the Obama presidency. . . . Manna for political junkies. . . . Thoroughly researched . . . humanizes a figure considered periodically out-of-touch even by some of his admirers.”

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Carlo Wolff
Carlo Wolff

Carlo Wolff, born on July 22, 1943, is an accomplished journalist. His career has spanned various fields, including political, economic, and cultural reporting. Wolff is known for his in-depth investigations and keen insights, providing readers with unique perspectives on current events. more

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