Listening to the Ron Reagan Show on Air America. He's talking

[SeattleGirl]

to the author of a new book, Inside Obama's Brain, by Sasha Abramsky. Looks like a good book. And the author is talking about how Obama is an idealist AND a pragmatist. I agree.

Here's a link to the book on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Inside-Obamas-Brain-Sasha-Abramsky/dp/1591843022

[Cha]

1. Thanks Seattle Girl..always Nice to see

something that isn't all about how they can tear Obama down.

"Never has the world needed strong and wise American leadership more than it does now. Abramsky's eminently readable description of Obama's personal gifts makes it clear that he is remarkably suited to be the president the moment requires." -Former New York Governor Mario M. Cuomo

From the moment he burst onto the national political scene, Barack Obama has fascinated people more than any politician in decades. Many biographers have already retold his story, but no previous book truly explains how his mind works, what passions drive him, or what makes him such an effective leader.

This concise profile explores the ideas, inspirations, and experiences that have shaped the president. It quotes a wide network of sources, including many who broke long-standing vows of silence to offer their candid and surprising observations.

Award-winning journalist Sasha Abramsky interviewed close to one hundred of Obama's current and former friends, colleagues, classmates, teachers, staff, mentors, basketball buddies, fellow Chicago activists, media consultants, editors, and even his next-door neighbors from Hyde Park. These people each know a part of Obama's life and career, which the author blends the pieces into a uniquely detailed analysis.

Abramsky explains the origins of Obama's extraordinary poise, focus, and self-confidence; his powerful storytelling and speaking skills; and his empathetic listening style. He shows why Obama's experiences as a community organizer are widely misunderstood and more influential than many people realize. And he explores how Obama found a unique way to bridge America's racial divides.

No previous book has delved so deeply into the events and people that helped make Barack Obama the man he is today."

[Cha]

2. I wanted to add something interesting

on the link.. Customers who bought "Inside Obama's Brain" also bought Greg Mortensen's "Stones to Schools"..

Frequently Bought Together

I just received Greg Mortensen's first book, "Three Cups of Tea" from Amazon.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Y1Wzsq3WL._SL160_PIsitb-sticker-arrow-dp,TopRight,12,-18_SH30_OU01_AA115_.jpg

[SeattleGirl]

3. I want to read "Three Cups of Tea". My boss has it. I could

probably borrow it from her.

And I want "Inside Obama's Brain" too!

[Cha]

4. Yeah, thanks for turning me on to it..

I bought Three Cups of Tea for $4.15 Used on Amazon.:)

[get the red out]

5. Great

Glad to see something positive for a change. I haven't dared to listen to liberal radio for a while, I just don't want to hear "our guys" sounding like Rush ragging on our President.

[Cha]

6. Just wanted to

let you know how funny I thought your reply was on the thread that got locked last night.

"Now they're bringing in the Z string!"

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=433x66544

Edit~ To say..I found out it was Undercurrent who made the comment but I'll leave this bc I think it's a good example, among many, of why the Barack Obama Forum is getting some action now.:)