The Gamble
May 16, 2026
David Petraeus and the turnaround of Iraq war
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747: Creating the World's First Jumbo Jet and Other Adventures from a Life in Aviation
May 9, 2026
The creation story of Jumbo Jet 747
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March 29, 2026
Excellent primer of leadership through a history and mini biographies of vignettes of Gnerals!
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February 27, 2026
Thurgood Marshall’s bravery as a lawyer
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April 14, 2025
John Dickerson explores the modern presidency through history, leadership, and the unique challenges of the office, putting recent years in sharp perspective.
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by Thomas E. Ricks
David Petraeus and the turnaround of Iraq war
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by Joe Sutter
The creation story of Jumbo Jet 747
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by Thomas E. Ricks
Excellent primer of leadership through a history and mini biographies of vignettes of Generals!
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by Gilbert King
Thurgood Marshall's bravery as a lawyer.
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by John Dickerson
A primer on presidential leadership peppered with quotes, anecdotes, and insights.
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