The Campaign: Rudy Giuliani, Ruth Messinger, Al Sharpton, And The Race To Be Mayor Of New York City

Step behind the scenes of the high-stakes 1997 New York City mayoral race with "The Campaign: Rudy Giuliani, Ruth Messinger, Al Sharpton, and The Race to Be Mayor of New York City." Published in 1999, this riveting narrative crafted by Evan Mandery, who served as research director for Ruth Messinger, plunges readers into the chaotic heart of political campaigns where morality is as negotiable as an electoral strategy. Through vivid character portraits, witness Rudy Giuliani's intense antics, Al Sharpton's dynamic rise as a political and racial justice advocate, and Ruth Messinger's struggle to balance her grassroots ideals against the overwhelming tide of money-driven politics. A must-read for those in adult education, this book not only explores the mechanics of political races but also delves deep into issues of racial justice and voting rights, offering a compelling reflection on the transformative—and often troubling—powers of modern political machinery.