Accidental Presidents
Eight Men Who Changed America
What's it about
What if history's biggest turning points weren't planned? Discover how eight men who were never supposed to be president unexpectedly took power and radically reshaped the nation, proving that a single heartbeat can change the course of America forever. You'll learn how these "accidental presidents" navigated immense crises, from civil rights to the Cold War, often with no mandate from the people. Uncover the behind-the-scenes drama, the critical decisions they faced, and the surprising leadership lessons that reveal how unforeseen circumstances can forge greatness.
Meet the author
Jared Cohen is the founder and CEO of Jigsaw at Google, a technology incubator that builds products to address major global security challenges. His extensive background working in policy planning at the U.S. State Department under two secretaries of state provided him with a unique vantage point on executive power. This direct experience with the highest levels of government and its vulnerabilities gave him the essential insight to explore how unexpected successions have profoundly shaped American history in Accidental Presidents.
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