Corey Lewandowski

Corey R. Lewandowski is an American political operative, lobbyist, and author best known for serving as Donald Trump's first presidential campaign manager during the 2016 election cycle. After being dismissed from the Trump campaign during the Republican primary, he transitioned into roles as a political commentator for major networks including Fox News, CNN, and One America News Network. Lewandowski's career spans multiple facets of politics, including work as a lobbyist, campaign strategist, and seasonal law enforcement officer. He co-founded the lobbying firm Avenue Strategies in 2016, though his tenure there lasted only until May 2017. His published works include the books "Let Trump Be Trump" and "Trump's Enemies," both offering insider perspectives on the Trump administration. Prior to his role with Trump, Lewandowski worked for Americans for Prosperity and managed various political campaigns, though his own attempts at elected office in Massachusetts and New Hampshire were unsuccessful. His background includes a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and a master's degree from American University. His continued presence in political circles has included public consideration of a 2020 Senate run in New Hampshire, though he ultimately decided against challenging incumbent Senator Jeanne Shaheen.

Reader reviews of Lewandowski's books tend to split along political lines, with Trump supporters praising his insider perspective and critics questioning his credibility. What readers liked: - Direct writing style and behind-the-scenes campaign details - Personal anecdotes about Trump's campaign trail behavior - Fast-paced narrative of the 2016 campaign What readers disliked: - Perceived lack of objectivity - Limited depth beyond campaign talking points - Focus on settling personal scores with political opponents Ratings across platforms: Amazon: "Let Trump Be Trump" - 4.7/5 (1,200+ reviews) "Trump's Enemies" - 4.8/5 (900+ reviews) Goodreads: "Let Trump Be Trump" - 3.6/5 (500+ ratings) "Trump's Enemies" - 3.4/5 (300+ ratings) One reviewer noted: "The book reads like extended campaign propaganda." Another stated: "Valuable first-hand account of a historic campaign, regardless of your politics." Reviews consistently mention the books appeal primarily to readers already sympathetic to Trump's message.

Let Trump Be Trump (2017) An insider account of Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign written by his former campaign manager, detailing behind-the-scenes events and strategies from the campaign trail through election night.

Trump's Enemies (2018) A first-hand narrative examining various political figures and institutions that the authors identify as working against President Trump's agenda during his administration.

Roger Stone - Stone worked closely with Trump and wrote multiple books about politics from an insider perspective. His direct experience in Republican presidential campaigns and political strategy mirrors Lewandowski's background.

David Bossie - As Trump's deputy campaign manager and co-author with Lewandowski on "Let Trump Be Trump," Bossie provides similar behind-the-scenes accounts of campaign operations. His books focus on conservative politics and campaign strategy.

Sean Spicer - Spicer served as White House Press Secretary under Trump and wrote about his experiences in the administration. His firsthand accounts of the Trump presidency parallel Lewandowski's insider perspective.

Kellyanne Conway - Conway managed Trump's 2016 campaign after Lewandowski and wrote about her political experiences. Her books cover similar territory regarding campaign operations and White House dynamics.

Steve Bannon - Bannon served as Trump's campaign CEO and White House strategist, writing about populist politics and campaign strategy. His works cover the same political movement and time period as Lewandowski's books.