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Oath and Honor

Biography & History

Oath and Honor

Biography & History

Oath and Honor

Liz Cheney

This memoir from an insider about the attack on the Capitol on January 6th reveals Trump and his allies' assault on democracy. Cheney's perspective reveals the desperate attempts to unlawfully hold on to power by spreading election falsehoods and inciting violence. It serves as a warning that Trump's dangerous words and disregard for democratic principles could dismantle America's republic if left unchecked. Importantly, she emphasizes the ongoing danger of political violence and anti-democratic forces that still echo today. Are you aware that also offers company subscriptions? Reach out to your Learning & Development team or click below to learn how you and your team can benefit from —both personally and professionally.

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De quoi s'agit-il ?

Oath and Honor (2023) is a firsthand narrative detailing the occurrences that preceded the riots at the Capitol on January 6, 2021, as well as the extensive inquiry that ensued. Within its pages, Cheney unveils this orchestrated attack on American democracy and issues a grave caution regarding the preservation of the nation's prospects amidst persistent hazards.

Résumé du livre

Liz Cheney is an American politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Wyoming from 2017 to 2023. As House Republican Conference Chair from 2019 to 2021, she played a prominent role in investigating the January 6 Capitol insurrection through Congressional hearings. She has also coauthored books with her father, Dick Cheney, including In My Time, and Exceptional.

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Toutes les bouchées

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Challenging the vote Asking about the electoral outcome Doubting the legitimacy of the election Interrogating the ballot results Inquiring the authenticity of the voting process

Gaining assistance

Trump’s Final Gambit: The January 6th Reckoning

Paragraf: The day democracy faced an assault

The consequences

In search of responsibility

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