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Never Give an Inch: Fighting for the America I Love Paperback – 1 February 2023
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A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spearheaded the Trump Administration’s most significant foreign policy breakthroughs. Now, he reveals how he did it, and how it could happen again.
As the only four-year national security member of President Trump’s Cabinet, he worked to impose crushing pressure on the Islamic Republic of Iran, avert a nuclear crisis with North Korea, deliver unmatched support for Israel, and bring peace to the Middle East. Drawing on his commitment to America’s founding principles and his Christian faith, his efforts to promote religious freedom around the world were unequaled in American diplomatic history. Most importantly, he led a much-needed generational transformation of America's relationship with China.
Blending remarkable and often humorous stories of his interactions with world leaders and unmatched analysis of geopolitics, Never Give an Inch tells of how Pompeo helped the Trump Administration craft the America First approach that upended Washington's wisdom—and made him America’s enemies’ worst nightmare. It is a raw account of what it took to deliver winning outcomes, including answers to questions like:
--Why Trump thought his Secretary of State was too tough on China
--What he said to Kim Jong-un that set him apart from other American negotiators
--How Mike Pence could have lost his spot on the 2020 ticket
--Who still has him high on their list of enemies
A road map of the trends and players shaping the world today, Never Give an Inch is more than a historical review of the Trump Administration's greatest victories. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the challenges of the future. And it is an inspirational story of leadership through dangerous times that will leave you with a greater appreciation for America.
- Print length272 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherHarperCollins US
- Publication date1 February 2023
- Dimensions15.2 x 2.9 x 22.7 cm
- ISBN-100063294176
- ISBN-13978-0063294172
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Mike Pompeo was the CIA director and later the Secretary of State during the Trump Administration.
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- Publisher : HarperCollins US (1 February 2023)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 272 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0063294176
- ISBN-13 : 978-0063294172
- Dimensions : 15.2 x 2.9 x 22.7 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 133,658 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 435 in U.S. Government
- 1,254 in Biographies of Political Leaders
- 1,935 in Political Science (Books)
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About the author
Michael R. Pompeo served as the 70th Secretary of State of the United States, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency and was elected to four terms in Congress representing the Fourth District of Kansas. He is a distinguished fellow at Hudson Institute, where he focuses on promoting U.S. national security, technological leadership and global engagement.
Mike graduated first in his class from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1986. He served as a cavalry officer in the U.S. Army, leading troops patrolling the Iron Curtain, rising to the rank of Captain. Mike left the military in 1991 and then graduated from Harvard Law School, having served as an editor of the Harvard Law Review.
Up next was almost a decade leading two manufacturing businesses in South Central Kansas – first in the aerospace industry and then making energy drilling and production equipment. These two companies made real stuff and provided high – quality jobs for hundreds of hard-working Kansans.
In 2010, Mike watched government grow too big and decided to run for Congress. He won and was re-elected three more times to represent South Central Kansas – the heartland of America. Despite being an outsider and fairly junior, Mike played important roles on the House Benghazi and House Intelligence Committees, working to keep our soldiers and diplomats safe and America more secure.
Becoming America’s most senior spy, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, was Mike’s next chance to champion American values. He improved collection and operations and made sure that American leaders had the best information in the world to make decisions that impacted the lives of every American and the generations behind us.
President Donald Trump saw that good work and decided to make Mike America’s 70th Secretary of State. As our nation’s most senior diplomat in the Trump Administration and President Trump’s chief negotiator, Mike helped to craft U.S. foreign policy based on our nation’s founding ideals that put America First. America became a massive energy exporter and a force for good in the Middle East with real peace cemented in the Abraham Accords. Mike placed special emphasis on renewing alliances with key allies, including India, Japan, Australia, and South Korea. He also led a return to America’s founding principles and a focus on every human life being worthy and the protection of the unborn. The largest human rights gatherings ever held at the State Department occurred under his leadership.
Mike’s time at the State Department marked the end of naïve engagement with the Chinese Communist Party, pulling back the curtain shielding the egregious acts of the CCP that threaten American jobs and freedoms. He focused efforts on calling out and punishing perpetrators of attacks on basic human dignity in places like Cuba and Venezuela, North Korea, Iran, Nigeria, China and elsewhere. Mike also led a team that executed America’s largest ever global repatriation effort in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Married to Susan, Mike and his wife have one son, Nick. The Pompeos dedicated many volunteer hours to their home church — including teaching 5th grade Sunday School and Mike’s time as a church Deacon. The Pompeos also volunteered on numerous educational, fine arts and local government programs and projects. Nick’s Dad also went undefeated as a coach of his son’s 3 on 3 team in summer league. Mike and Susan’s two retrievers, Sherman and Mercer, each named after important generals, are patriots too!
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In this book he pulls no punches in calling a spade a shovel. He was at the sharp end of international politics when working as Sec State in the Trump administration.
You cannot comment on this man until you read this book. He is an exceptional performer and I would expect to see him serving in the next republican administration.
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Pompeo’s story is one of hard work, determination, and dedication to serving his country. From his days as a cadet at West Point to his time in Congress and his appointment as CIA director and then Secretary of State, Pompeo has always been guided by his values and a deep commitment to his country.
The book offers a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most important events in recent American history, including the negotiations with North Korea, the withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal, and the response to the pandemic. Pompeo’s account is honest and straightforward, acknowledging both successes and failures.
Aside from his political feats, the book also offers insights into Pompeo’s personality and character. He presents himself as a humble and hardworking man who is motivated by a desire to make the world a better place for all.
Overall, Never Give an Inch is a must-read for anyone interested in American politics and foreign policy. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges facing the United States and the role of government in addressing them. Whether you agree with Pompeo’s views or not, this book is an informative and engaging read that is sure to inspire readers to think more deeply about our world and our place in it.