This book got better the further I read into it. Initially I was jarred by the timeline, or lack of a timeline, that was used to describe his life and presidency. Instead of proceeding chronologically, he used themes to highlight decisions prior to the presidency and during his tenure as president. This themes were not in chronological order. Highlights are what one would expect from 43's presidency, 9/11, Iraq, and Financial crisis. There are also nuggets in there that the casual observer may have missed amongst all the turmoil and rancor in the news. For example aid to Africa and relationships with foreign leaders stood out to me as areas where he isn't given much credit. Glad I read it and looking forward to reading his book about his father. Simplistically written, but does give an insight into the decision making process that we suffered through. He describes a tortured terrorist thanking for the torture (Supposedly Islamic law allowed him to speak after being tortured and was happy to have the privilege). He talks about the burden of proof being on Iraq to prove that they didn't have WMD's as a justification for war and never gives the slightest idea that he knows you can't prove a negative. I'm glad I read the book, but I don't loathe the man any less.
Do You like book Decision Points (2010)?
An honest report of his life... Things he was proud of and things he regrets. A tough job
—ucrazymat
Great view into why specific (and controversial) decisions were made.
—necros
Very insightful read on the thought process of a president.
—KatZio
Interesting read but about 100 pages too long in my opinion
—andrewalbert23
