📖 Overview
Laura Ingraham is an American conservative television host and media personality who has been a prominent figure in conservative media since the 1990s. She currently hosts "The Ingraham Angle" on Fox News Channel and previously hosted the nationally syndicated radio program "The Laura Ingraham Show."
Before her media career, Ingraham worked as a speechwriter in the Reagan administration and served as a law clerk for Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. She holds a B.A. from Dartmouth College and a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, where she was a notes editor for the Virginia Law Review.
Ingraham has authored several books on politics and culture, including "The Obama Diaries" and "Power to the People." She is also the founder and editor-in-chief of LifeZette, a conservative news website, and has become known for her strong support of Donald Trump's presidency, serving as an informal advisor during his administration.
👀 Reviews
Reader reviews for Ingraham's books show a stark political divide in responses. Her books receive polarized ratings, with most readers either giving 1 star or 5 stars.
Positive reviews cite:
- Clear presentation of conservative viewpoints
- Research into media bias and political corruption
- Personal anecdotes that connect with conservative readers
- Detailed coverage of immigration policy issues
Critical reviews mention:
- Perceived lack of factual support for claims
- Overly partisan tone
- Repetition of Fox News talking points
- Writing style described as "combative" by multiple readers
Ratings across platforms:
Amazon: "Power to the People" (4.6/5 from 288 reviews)
"Shut Up & Sing" (4.4/5 from 156 reviews)
"The Obama Diaries" (4.3/5 from 341 reviews)
Goodreads: Average 3.7/5 across all books
One recurring reader note: Reviews tend to reflect the reader's political alignment more than the book's content or writing quality.
📚 Books by Laura Ingraham
Power to the People (2007)
A critique of various aspects of American culture and politics, examining issues like immigration, education, and media bias while advocating for conservative positions and grassroots activism.
The Obama Diaries (2010) A satirical work presenting fictional diary entries attributed to Barack Obama and members of his administration, offering criticism of Obama-era policies and leadership style.
The Obama Diaries (2010) A satirical work presenting fictional diary entries attributed to Barack Obama and members of his administration, offering criticism of Obama-era policies and leadership style.
👥 Similar authors
Ann Coulter writes political commentary from a conservative perspective and has published multiple books on American politics and culture. She shares Ingraham's background as a lawyer turned media figure and focuses on similar themes of traditional values and criticism of liberal policies.
Michelle Malkin produces books focused on conservative politics and immigration policy with an emphasis on investigative reporting. Her work as a Fox News contributor and syndicated columnist parallels Ingraham's media career path and target audience.
Mark Levin combines his legal background and conservative philosophy in books about constitutional law and American politics. His experience as a lawyer and radio host mirrors Ingraham's career trajectory and appeals to readers interested in detailed political analysis.
Tucker Carlson writes about political and cultural issues from a nationalist conservative perspective focused on elite criticism. His media background and focus on cultural critique align with Ingraham's approach to political commentary.
Jerome Corsi publishes books focused on conservative political movements and criticism of Democratic politicians and policies. His work covers similar territory to Ingraham's political books and shares her emphasis on insider perspectives of Washington politics.
Michelle Malkin produces books focused on conservative politics and immigration policy with an emphasis on investigative reporting. Her work as a Fox News contributor and syndicated columnist parallels Ingraham's media career path and target audience.
Mark Levin combines his legal background and conservative philosophy in books about constitutional law and American politics. His experience as a lawyer and radio host mirrors Ingraham's career trajectory and appeals to readers interested in detailed political analysis.
Tucker Carlson writes about political and cultural issues from a nationalist conservative perspective focused on elite criticism. His media background and focus on cultural critique align with Ingraham's approach to political commentary.
Jerome Corsi publishes books focused on conservative political movements and criticism of Democratic politicians and policies. His work covers similar territory to Ingraham's political books and shares her emphasis on insider perspectives of Washington politics.