Synopses & Reviews
In this new, updated edition of a book heralded as a clarion call to the nation's conscience, William Bennett asks why we see so little public outrage in the fade of the evidence of deep corruption within Bill Clinton's administration. The Death of Outrage examines the Monica Lewinsky scandal as it unfolded, from Clinton's denials that he had had sex with a young White House intern, to his testimony before the grand jury, to the nation's decision not to remove Clinton from office. Brick by brick, Bennett dismantles the wall of defenses offered by Clinton and his apologists, and casts the clear light of moral reason and common sense on a shameful chapter in American history.
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Thomas Shull The Detroit News A bold and necessary act of civic courage, one that will be remembered in years to come.
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U.S. News & World Report A piercing commentary on the Moinca Lewinsky scandal and a defining event within it.
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U.S. NewsandWorld ReportA piercing commentary on the Moinca Lewinsky scandal and a defining event within it.
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Keith Henderson The Christian Science Mointor Bennett's skill at crafting an argument makes this a compelling reading experience.
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A.M. Rosenthal Read it, particularly if you are sure you won't agree.
Synopsis
In this new, updated edition of a book heralded as a clarion call to the nation's conscience, William Bennett asks why we see so little public outrage in the fade of the evidence of deep corruption within Bill Clinton's administration. The Death of Outrage examines the Monica Lewinsky scandal as it unfolded, from Clinton's denials that he had had sex with a young White House intern, to his testimony before the grand jury, to the nation's decision not to remove Clinton from office. Brick by brick, Bennett dismantles the wall of defenses offered by Clinton and his apologists, and casts the clear light of moral reason and common sense on a shameful chapter in American history.
Synopsis
The national bestseller, completely updated, explores the nature and significance of the Clinton scandals--why they matter and what the public reaction to them means.
About the Author
William J. Bennett served as Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy under President George H. W. Bush and as Secretary of Education and Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities under President Reagan. He holds a bachelor of arts degree in philosophy from Williams College, a doctorate in political philosophy from the University of Texas, and a law degree from Harvard. He is the author of such bestselling books as The Educated Child, The Death of Outrage, The Book of Virtues, and the two-volume series America: The Last Best Hope. Dr. Bennett is the host of the nationally syndicated radio show Bill Bennett's Morning in America. He is also the Washington Fellow of the Claremont Institute and a regular contributor to CNN. He, his wife, Elayne, and their two sons, John and Joseph, live in Maryland.
Table of Contents
ContentsIntroduction
Chapter 1 Sex
Chapter 2 Character
Chapter 3 Politics
Chapter 4 Ken Starr
Chapter 5 Law
Chapter 6 Judgment
Conclusion
Afterword
Afterword to the New Edition
Appendix:
The Nixon and Clinton Administration Scandals: A Comparison