In Reference…

Alamance Community College Library Spring 2016

Not sure how to vote? Want to learn more about the lives and beliefs of our presidential

hopefuls? Check out these new books about our candidates, including the ones who have

recently dropped out of the race, from a display case in the library. (Books are listed

alphabetically by the candidate’s last name.)

Immigration Wars: Forging An American Solution– by Jeb Bush and Clint

Bolick

From the former Republican governor of Florida and a leading constitutional litigator

comes a timely and provocative look at one of the most divisive issues facing the nation

today: immigration. His six-point strategy for reworking our policies begins with erasing

all existing, outdated immigration structures and starting over.

A More Perfect Union: What We the People Can Do to Reclaim Our

Constitutional Liberties – by Dr. Ben Carson

Carson admits that he is not a politician, but luckily, that doesn’t matter. He says, “Our

founding fathers didn’t want a permanent governing class of professional politicians.

They wanted a republic, in Lincoln’s words, ‘of the people, by the people, and for the

people.’ A country where any farmer, small-business owner, manual laborer, or doctor

could speak up and make a difference.”

Hard Choices – by Hillary Rodham Clinton Hillary Clinton's candid reflections about the key moments during her time as Secretary of State, as well as her thoughts about how to navigate the challenges of the 21st century.

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HRC: State Secrets and the Rebirth of Hillary Rodham Clinton – by Jonathan

Allan

The story of Hillary's phoenix-like rise after her defeat for the Democratic presidential

nomination in 2008 is at the heart of HRC, a riveting political biography that journeys

into the heart of Hillaryland to discover a brilliant strategist at work.

A Time for Truth: Reigniting the Promise of America

– by Ted Cruz The outspoken Texas senator has refused to go along with

the established way of doing business in Washington.

As a result, he has become a voice for millions of

Americans frustrated with governmental corruption

and gridlock.

God, Guns, Grits, and Gravy – by Mike Huckabee

Here Huckabee asks the question, "Have I been taken to a different planet than the

one on which I grew up?" He explores today's American culture, drawing from his

travels as a presidential candidate to present average, small-town people and

families, and their optimistic resilience in the face of hard times; their stories, says

Huckabee, "will inspire readers to think about their own values and rediscover what

makes America great."

Huckabee: The Authorized Biography – by Scott Lamb

In this authorized biography of Michael Dale Huckabee, Scott Lamb reaches into the vaults of Huckabee's past to show us the man behind the politician. He had access to personal and professional files, including dozens of exclusive interviews with family and friends.

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Taking A Stand: Moving Beyond Partisan Politics to Unite America – by

Rand Paul

Senator Rand Paul's plan for America is where lower taxes and smaller government

empower a muscular and expansive middle class; an America that doesn't engage in

nation-building or fight wars where the best outcome is stalemate; an America that

believes in constitutionally protected liberty and the separation of powers.

American Dreams: Restoring Economic Opportunity for Everyone – by

Marco Rubio

In this follow-up to his bestselling memoir, An American Son, Senator Rubio offers a

road map for restoring the land of opportunity. He explains why we now stand at a

critical junction and why the next few years will determine the future for our children

and grandchildren. He shares his plan for scaling back the nanny state, helping families

save for college and retirement, and making it easier for small businesses to create

millions of good jobs.

An American Son: A Memoir – by Marco Rubio

Marco Rubio, U.S. senator and son of Cuban

immigrants, tells his "American dream" story as he

speaks about the challenges we face and the better

future that's possible if we return to our founding

principles.

The Essential Bernie Sanders and His Vision for America – by Jonathan

Tasini

Author Jonathan Tasini draws heavily from Bernie Sanders' ample public record of

speeches, statements, and interviews, and couples his working-class spirit with

specific legislation he has championed on a number of core proposals that comprise

a broader people's agenda for America.

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Outsider in the White House – by Bernie Sanders

As Bernie Sanders continues to cement his reputation as hero to the progressive left with

his run for the Democratic nomination for president in 2016, this expanded and updated

edition of his 1997 political autobiography continues his story as he fights to bring radical

social change to America.

Crippled America: How to Make America Great Again – by Donald Trump

Donald Trump outlines how a crippled America could be restored to greatness. The book

explores Trump's view on key issues including the economy, big CEO salaries and taxes,

healthcare, education, national security, and social issues. Of particular interest is his

vision for complete immigration reform, beginning with securing the borders and

putting American workers first.

If you can’t find the books you need in our library, just ask at the

circulation desk! We can borrow materials for you from the other

community colleges in North Carolina through our interlibrary loan

program. If that

doesn’t work, we

can go to World Cat,

the world’s largest

online catalog to

search for materials

for you.

Let us do the

hunting for you!