The Power and the Money: The Epic Clashes Between Commanders in Chief and Titans of Industry

Best of the Year lists in the Economist, the Guardian, the Jerusalem Post, and the Wall Street JournalIn The Power and the Money, acclaimed presidential historian Tevi Troy takes readers on a riveting journey through the biggest battles between CEOs and the nation’s commander in chief.He unearths the untold stories - both political and personal - that have shaped America. Troy shows how the vast reach of the federal government became a critical fact of life for every business, entrepreneur, and innovator.Today, companies find themselves navigating a competitive landscape defined by stringent regulations, so top CEOs and key business leaders must influence the legislative and regulatory system.As public affairs teams and government relations experts put forward strategies to survive Washington, CEOs have become the most important warrior on the frontlines.The Power and the Money shows how some of the nation’s most important CEOs forged (and fumbled) relationships with the president. Tro