Tim Miller (10) (1981–)

Miller writes intelligently about the political gamesmanship and cynicism that have so divided America. He’s authoritative; he was there, and did some of the work.

The book is honest and thought-provoking. He ends by speculating that he and an old friend may never heal the rift between them, precisely because all that cynicism worked so well.

That’s a cop-out. All of us need to find a way to reverse the damage. Miller, as one of its architect, has that responsibility especially. Remorse is justified, honesty is admirable, but if you break that much glass, you really need to help clean it up.

I very much hope there’s a sequel that charts a path forward from here. A bright and committed guy like Miller is likely to have some good ideas.… (més)