Richard D. Lamm Knihy

Exploring the life and political career of Governor Richard D. Lamm, The Governor's Chessboard , is an intimate look at a prominent politician, including many of his successes, challenges, and defeats. Politics in America is not a place for boat-rockers, but Governor Lamm successfully made a name for himself by going against the tide of popular opinion. He violated most of the conventional rules of American politics, chiefly by taking on a number of very controversial issues, including abortion rights, civil rights, and immigration. He has always marched to the beat of his own drum, and he continues to do so, well into his eighties.

"The roll call of Colorado governors is varied and rich, including men "determined and dilatory, successful and unsuccessful, lucky and unlucky," with each administration contributing to the fabric of Colorado's colorful history. In this collection of short biographies, now updated to include three of Colorado's most recent state administrators, former governor Dick Lamm and prolific historian Duane Smith portray the lives and accomplishments of thirteen Colorado governors. From the fiery and feisty Davis Waite to the forgotten hero Ralph Carr, all the way up to Roy Romer and Bill Owens, each distinct personality and time period is brought to life. With lively writing and telling anecdotes, Pioneers & Politicians is a first-rate resource as well as a great read."--BOOK JACKET.