{"title":"Andrew C. McCarthy","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Andrew C. McCarthy collection, an illuminating exploration into the realms of \u003cem\u003ePolitics\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCurrent Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e. Andrew C. McCarthy, a seasoned political commentator and former federal prosecutor, brings his expert insights and in-depth analysis to these compelling titles. Known for his incisive commentary, McCarthy offers a penetrating look into the intricacies of political landscapes, both national and global.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works, \u003cstrong\u003eBall of Collusion\u003c\/strong\u003e stands out as an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of politics and justice. In this book, McCarthy meticulously examines the complex narratives surrounding political investigations, providing readers with a clear understanding of the often convoluted world of political manoeuvring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMcCarthy's writing is characterized by clarity, depth, and a commitment to uncovering the truth behind the headlines. Whether you're a political enthusiast or simply curious about the dynamics shaping today's world, his books promise to offer valuable perspectives and thought-provoking content. Dive into McCarthy's works to enhance your understanding of contemporary political issues and the intricate world of public affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ball-of-collusion-by-andrew-c-mccarthy-9781641771221","title":"Ball of Collusion","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real collusion in the 2016 election was not between the Trump campaign and the Kremlin. It was between the Clinton campaign and the Obama administration. The media-Democrat \"collusion narrative,\" which paints Donald Trump as a cat's paw of Russia, is a studiously crafted illusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite Clinton's commanding lead in the polls, hyper-partisan intelligence officials decided they needed an \"insurance policy\" against a Trump presidency. Thus was born the collusion narrative, built on an anonymously sourced \"dossier,\" secretly underwritten by the Clinton campaign and compiled by a former British spy. Though acknowledged to be \"salacious and unverified\" at the FBI's highest level, the dossier was used to build a counterintelligence investigation against Trump's campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMiraculously, Trump won anyway. But his political opponents refused to accept the voters' decision. Their collusion narrative was now peddled relentlessly by political operatives, intelligence agents, Justice Department officials, and media ideologues—the vanguard of the \"Trump Resistance.\" Through secret surveillance, high-level intelligence leaking, and tireless news coverage, the public was led to believe that Trump conspired with Russia to steal the election.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot one to sit passively through an onslaught, President Trump fought back in his tumultuous way. Matters came to a head when he fired his FBI director, who had given explosive House testimony suggesting the president was a criminal suspect, despite privately assuring Trump otherwise. The resulting firestorm of partisan protest cowed the Justice Department to appoint a special counsel, whose seemingly limitless investigation bedevilled the administration for two years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYet as months passed, concrete evidence of collusion failed to materialise. Was the collusion narrative an elaborate fraud? And if so, choreographed by whom? Against media-Democrat caterwauling, a doughty group of lawmakers forced a shift in the spotlight from Trump to his investigators and accusers. This has exposed the depth of politicisation within American law enforcement and intelligence agencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is now clear that the institutions on which our nation depends for objective policing and clear-eyed analysis injected themselves scandalously into the divisive politics of the 2016 election. They failed to forge a new Clinton administration. Will they succeed in bringing down President Trump?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBall of Collusion\u003c\/em\u003e by Andrew C. McCarthy delves into these questions, offering a riveting examination of the events and actors behind the scenes of one of the most controversial elections in American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848493584620,"sku":"9781641771221","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14702333482772.jpg?v=1758982733"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/andrew-c-mccarthy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}