Presidential Campaign Humor and Political Anecdotes
Charles Osgood, CBS news personality and anchor of The Osgood File and Sunday Morning, presents a collection of humorous anecdotes spanning seventy years of presidential campaigns. This hardcover edition captures the wit, blunders, and unexpected moments from the campaign trail, featuring stories from Harry Truman through George W. Bush.
Campaign Trail Stories and Political Wit
Drawing from speeches, interviews, press conferences, and articles written by and about presidential candidates, this book documents the lighter side of American political history. The collection includes Bob Dole's quip after a primary loss: "I slept like a baby--every two hours I woke up and cried," and Barry Goldwater's observation about Hubert Humphreys being "clocked at 275 words a minute with gusts up to 340." Adlai Stevenson's response to Eisenhower—"If I talk over the people's head, Ike must be talking under their feet"—exemplifies the sharp political humor preserved in these pages.
About Charles Osgood
Charles Osgood writes and anchors The Osgood File four times daily over the CBS radio network and anchors CBS television's Sunday Morning every week. He is the winner of two Emmys and three Peabody Awards; Washington Journalism Review named him "Best in the Business" five years running; and in 1990 he was inducted into the National Association of Broadcasters' Broadcasting Hall of Fame. He lives in New Jersey.
Presidential Campaign History Reference
This compendium serves as both entertainment and historical reference for understanding how humor has shaped American presidential campaigns. The book documents memorable moments that humanize candidates and reveal the personalities behind political figures. From campaign gaffes to intentional wit, these stories provide insight into the American political process and the individuals who have sought the nation's highest office.
Published by Hachette Books, this hardcover edition offers readers a comprehensive look at campaign humor across multiple decades and administrations, making the race to the presidency more accessible and entertaining.
