Books about the 2000 Election

36 Days

Synopsis
This chronicle of the dramatic and uncertain outcome of the 2000 presidential election was prepared by the staff of and drawn from the archives of the New York Times. Historian David Brinkley wrote the introduction, in which he provides a context to the day-by-day reportage.

Supreme Injustice

Synopsis
Millions of Americans were baffled and outraged by the U.S. Supreme Court's role in deciding the presidential election of 2000 with its controversial ruling in Bush v. Gore. The Court had held a unique place in our system of checks and balances, seen as the embodiment of fairness and principle precisely because it was perceived to be above the political fray. How could it now issue a decision that reeked of partisan politics, and send to the White House a candidate who may have actually lost the election?

In Supreme Injustice, best-selling author and legal expert Alan M. Dershowitz addresses these questions head-on, at last demystifying Bush v. Gore for those who are still angered by the court's decision but unclear about its meaning. Dershowitz--himself a former Supreme Court clerk--argues that in this case for the first time, the court's majority let its desire for a particular partisan outcome have priority over legal principles. As in his other bestselling books, Dershowitz clarifies complex legal issues, explaining concepts such as "equal protection" and "irreparable harm." Digging deeply into their earlier writings and rulings, Dershowitz proves beyond a reasonable doubt that the justices who gave George W. Bush the presidency contradicted their previous positions to do so.

The most egregious ruling since the Dred Scott Decision, Bush v. Gore has shattered the image of the Supreme Court as a fair and impartial arbiter of important national issues. The resulting loss of the American people's respect, Dershowitz concludes, has severely compromised the Court's role in national affairs. And yet Dershowitz sees some benefit emerging from this constitutional crisis--if we understand its lessons and take action to prevent it from happening again.

The Votes that Counted

Synopsis
A political science professor examines the 2001 Florida count/recount issue with particular attention to the many legal briefs, arguments, and decisions at the state and federal levels. He examines the events within the framework of reasoned academic analysis, avoiding partisan spin.

The Best Democracy Money Can Buy

Synopsis
Investigative journalist Palast here collects his best work, which appeared in British and American publications. He exposes corruption worldwide, and his targets include the WTO, Jeb Bush and Katherine Harris, Tony Blair's administration, Exxon, Pfizer, Hillary Clinton, and the IMF.

The Betrayal of America

Synopsis
Lawyer Bugliosi presents a resounding indictment of the Supreme Court's controversial 5-4 decision on the Florida recount issue of the 2000 presidential election.

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I wish I had the about 30 seconds on all the prime time networks to tout the
book written by Vincent Bugliosi, "The Betrayal of America". This book is actually
an expansion on Mr. Bugliosi's article written for "The Nation" magazine in the
Feb. 5, 2001 issue entitled "None Dare Call It Treason". Although this book is already mentioned in the "Books About the 2000 Election", I felt the need to expound a bit and add my recommendation that anyone who supports Al Gore and loves this country read this book.

Mr. Bugliosi is a very intriguing writer. When I began reading this book, I found myself hooked. The world around me suddenly disappeared and I read non-stop, cover to cover. When I was done, I went right back to the beginning. Fortunately it is not a large publication, total of 166 pages. An easy afternoon read. If you need immediate gratification, go to the Internet and type in "None Dare Call It Treason". Mr. Bugliosi's article from "The Nation" will immediately pop up. If you
read the article and want more the "The Betrayal of America" is the answer.

In fairness, I have not read Alan M. Dershowitz's book "Supreme Injustice".
However, I can say the "The Betrayal of America" left me outraged at the "Felonious Five" Supreme Court Justices who trashed my vote and anointed
"King George". Here is just a sampling of what Mr. Bugliosi had to say:

"I want these five Justices to know that because of this article,
which I intend to send to each one of the by registered mail, there's
the exponential possibility that when many Americans look a them
in the future, they'll be saying, "Why are these people in robes
seated above me? They all belong behind bars." I want these five
Justices to know that this is America, not a banana republic, and in
the United States of America, you simply cannot get away with
things like this."

I sincerely hope you will take the time to check it out. Believe me, it's worth it!