Description
Jordan's middle-class childhood was bucolic in some ways and traumatizing in others. As Georgia politicians battled civil rights leaders, a young Hamilton straddled the uncomfortable line between the southern establishment to which he belonged and the movement in which he believed. Fortunate enough to grow up in a family that had considerable political clout within Georgia, Jordan went into politics to put his ideals to work. Eventually he became a key aide to Jimmy Carter and was the architect of Carter's stunning victory in the presidential campaign of 1976; Jordan later served as Carter's chief of staff. Clear eyed about the triumphs and tragedies of Jordan's beloved home state and region, A Boy from Georgia tells the story of a remarkable life in a voice that is witty, vivid, and honest.
About the Author
Hamilton Jordan (1944-2008) was chief of staff under President Jimmy Carterfrom 1979 to 1980. He was key advisor and strategist for Carter's successful presidential campaign in 1976, and-at the age of twenty-six-Jordan designed and spearheaded Carter's successful gubernatorial campaign in 1970.
Kathleen Jordan is Hamilton Jordan's daughter and a television producer and writer living in Los Angeles.
Book Information
ISBN 9780820352947
Author Hamilton Jordan
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint University of Georgia Press
Publisher University of Georgia Press
Weight(grams) 420g