This book would not have happened without the dedicated work of Rick White, David Healy, Jr., Sally Jo Roorda, and Wynton Hall. My sincere thanks also goes to Stuart Christmas, Michelle Chandler, Eric Eggers, Peggy Sukhia, Jay Woodham, Tony Mock, Brian Baugus, Bryan Trochessett, Jerome Hudson, Zach Huffman, Mary Francis Dunlap, Blaine Cherry, Joshua Eller, and Sandy Schulz. Thanks also to the board of the Government Accountability Institute who made this possible: Chairman Stephen K. Bannon, Vice Chairman Rebekah Mercer, Ron Robinson, Owen Smith, and Hunter Lewis. Thanks, too, to John Raisian of the Hoover Institution for his friendship and support.
Bruce Nichols of Houghton is not only a superb editor but also a man of keen insight and wisdom. Thanks, Bruce, for another great ride together. And my agent, Glen Hartley, never ceases to amaze me in his ability to keep a project focused. The same goes for Lynn Chu.
A special appreciation goes to my children, Jack and Hannah, who have inspired me with their grace and character during difficult times. I love you both very much.
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