The Price Of Politics [Hardcover] [2012] 1 Ed. Bob Woodward by Bob Woodward

Inside Washington's Fiscal Cliff

The book provides an in-depth examination of the political and economic negotiations that took place in Washington, D.C., during the summer of 2011, focusing on the efforts to address the United States' debt ceiling crisis. It highlights the intricate dynamics between key political figures, including President Barack Obama and congressional leaders from both parties, as they struggled to reach a compromise to prevent a government default. Through detailed accounts and insider perspectives, the narrative reveals the complexities and challenges of governance, the influence of partisan politics, and the impact of these negotiations on the nation's fiscal policy and political landscape.