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Family of Secrets

by Russ Baker · first published 2009

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The long-hidden story of a family we thought we knew--and of a power-making apparatus that we have barely begun to comprehend. George W. Bush left office as one of the most unpopular presidents in American history. Russ Baker asks the question that lingers even as this benighted administration winds down: Who really wanted this man at the helm, and why did his backers promote him despite his obvious liabilities and limitations? This book goes deep behind the scenes to deliver an arresting new look at George W. Bush, his father George H.W. Bush, their family, and the network of figures in intel

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  • retrogradeorbit · May 31, 2012 · Recommends

    …because you are clearly ignorant of the facts. You really need to widen your reading with an opinion like that. I suggest books like "Classified Woman" by Sibel Edmonds, "Ghost Wars" by Steve Coll or "Family of Secrets" by Russ Baker. Note I'm not saying there IS an American conspiracy. I'm saying the fact that you find it UNLIKELY that there is a conspiracy is naive and ignorant of how American power actually works…

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  • tqkxzugoaupvwqr · Jul 15, 2012 · Recommends

    I highly recommend "Family of Secrets" by Russ Baker. It gives great insight into the history of the Bush family and their intelligence network. A large part of the book is devoted to their involvement in the JFK assassination. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_19/183-0647002-3212...

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