The Book of Obama: From Hope and Change to the Age of Revolt

Examining the rise and fall of Barack Obama, the book explores how a once-optimistic presidency devolved into political turmoil. Ted Rall reflects on his early perceptions of Obama as conservative and risk-averse, contrasting this with the emergence of grassroots movements like the Tea Party and Occupy. Rall argues that the public's disillusionment stems not from deception by leaders but from self-deception about their choices and the two-party system, suggesting a need for deeper societal reflection and action.