Let Trump Be Trump

Let Trump Be Trump is a first-hand account of Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, written by campaign insiders Corey Lewandowski and David Bossie. Published in 2017, this memoir documents the inner workings of what became one of the most consequential political campaigns in U.S. history. The book provides a day-to-day perspective from inside Trump's campaign operations, covering everything from strategic decisions to personal moments and behind-the-scenes dynamics. Campaign strategies, rallies, debates, and key turning points are chronicled through the lens of two senior staffers who witnessed the events directly. Written by Trump's first campaign manager and final deputy campaign manager, the book offers insights into Trump's management style, decision-making process, and relationships with staff and advisers during the campaign period. The authors present their experiences of working closely with Trump throughout the election cycle. The narrative contributes to understanding a pivotal moment in American political history, examining how an unconventional candidate challenged traditional campaign practices and succeeded in reaching the White House. It stands as a significant primary source document of the 2016 presidential race.

Readers describe this book as a behind-the-scenes look at Trump's 2016 campaign from two senior staffers. Many found it provided new insights into campaign operations and Trump's management style. Readers appreciated: - Firsthand details about life on the campaign trail - Stories about Trump's dietary habits and McDonald's orders - Behind-the-scenes dynamics between staff members - Fast-paced writing style Common criticisms: - Too favorable/biased toward Trump - Limited critical analysis - Repetitive anecdotes - Focuses more on authors than promised Trump insights Ratings: Amazon: 4.7/5 (1,200+ reviews) Goodreads: 3.6/5 (1,100+ ratings) Representative review: "If you want an insider's view of the campaign, this delivers. If you want objective analysis, look elsewhere." - Amazon reviewer Several readers noted the book works better as a campaign memoir than a substantive political analysis, with one Goodreads reviewer calling it "surface-level but entertaining."

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🔷 Donald Trump consumed up to 12 Diet Cokes per day during the campaign, with a special button installed on his desk in Trump Tower to summon more of his favorite beverage. 🔷 The campaign team logged over 500,000 miles on Trump Force One during the presidential race, equivalent to circling the Earth twenty times. 🔷 Co-author Corey Lewandowski was fired from the Trump campaign in June 2016, yet maintained such loyalty that he continued to defend Trump publicly and later wrote this supportive account. 🔷 The book reveals Trump's strict germaphobe tendencies, including his preference for fast food during the campaign because he believed it reduced the risk of food poisoning. 🔷 The campaign operated with a core staff of just 6-8 people during the primaries, drastically smaller than traditional presidential campaigns which typically employ hundreds.