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Hard Choices
- Narrated by: Kathleen Chalfant, Hillary Rodham Clinton
- Length: 26 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Biographies & Memoirs, Politics & Activism
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Hillary Rodham Clinton's inside account of the crises, choices, and challenges she faced during her four years as America's 67th Secretary of State, and how those experiences drive her view of the future.
In the aftermath of her 2008 presidential run, she expected to return to representing New York in the United States Senate. To her surprise, her former rival for the Democratic Party nomination, newly elected President Barack Obama, asked her to serve in his administration as Secretary of State. This memoir is the story of the four extraordinary and historic years that followed, and the hard choices that she and her colleagues confronted.
Secretary Clinton and President Obama had to decide how to repair fractured alliances, wind down two wars, and address a global financial crisis. They faced a rising competitor in China, growing threats from Iran and North Korea, and revolutions across the Middle East. Along the way, they grappled with some of the toughest dilemmas of US foreign policy, especially the decision to send Americans into harm's way, from Afghanistan to Libya to the hunt for Osama bin Laden.
Drawing on conversations with numerous leaders and experts, Secretary Clinton offers her views on what it will take for the United States to compete and thrive in an interdependent world. She makes a passionate case for human rights and the full participation in society of women, youth, and LGBT people. An astute eyewitness to decades of social change, she distinguishes the trendlines from the headlines and describes the progress occurring throughout the world, day after day.
Secretary Clinton's descriptions of diplomatic conversations at the highest levels offer listeners a master class in international relations, as does her analysis of how we can best use "smart power" to deliver security and prosperity in a rapidly changing world - one in which America remains the indispensable nation.
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- Gail Creighton
- 02-01-2016
Fabulous
What an intriguing, fascinating, strong book. I couldn't stop listening and sincerely hope Hilary returns to public office in 2016. America needs her.
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- TerryAnne
- 15-03-2019
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I got 3/4 through part 1 and couldn't take it anymore. long winded. Full of herself
Entirely too arrogant for me.
I'm done and returning the book. Funny part was I loved Bill's book and John McCain's
Not so much this one.
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- Cynthia
- 20-07-2014
Senior Stateswoman in need of Editor
I have often wondered what former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was thinking on May 1, 2011 when that famous photo of her, with her hand over her mouth, was taken in the White House Situation Room as she waited for the results of Operation Neptune Spear. I read/listen to just about everything I can get my hands on about the hunt for and killing of Osama bin Laden, like Mark Owens and Kevin Maurer's "No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission that Killed Osama bin Laden" (2012) and former Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates "Memoirs of a Secretary at War" (2014). I would have listened to HRC's "Hard Choices" (2014) just for her perspective on that mission, but this book has so much more.
HRC sets forth comprehensive US foreign policy, starting with her husband, Bill (William Jefferson) Clinton, president from 1993 to 2001; George H. Bush, 2001 to 2009; to Barack Obama, 2009 to the present. HRC has been a first hand observer or participant in international politics for more than 20 years, as First Lady; then as a Senator from New York; and then as Secretary of State.
The book is so current, it talks about Russia's 2014 annexation of the Crimea. HRC's position on Russia is hawkish, and Vladimir Putin should count himself fortunate she isn't president right now. I'm not an up-and-coming or current world leader, or rebel general working on being a dictator, but if I were - and wanted to know where I, or my country stood with the current most-likely-next-president of the United States, I'd find out in "Hard Choices".
If I wanted to know about her husband's infamous dalliance more than 20 years ago, I guess I could read "The National Enquirer" - but I wouldn't waste my I time reading about it and HRC doesn't waste my time writing about it. I would rather know her position on Iran's nuclear enrichment program, Syria's use of chemical weapons, or what might work in patching up international relationships badly damaged by leaks of candid assessments of world leaders in State Department cables. "Hard Choices" talks about those issues, not about whether staying with her husband was a difficult decision.
HRC has a unique view of countries and their leaders. Some nations - for example, China and India - have national feelings and attributes (inferiority and insecurity) that she does not confuse with the beliefs or actions of their leaders. Other very small nations - such as Qatar, with a population about 20% of that of Los Angeles County - are so closely aligned with their leaders, they can't be distinguished. HRC's ability to separate the nutcase in charge from the population as a whole has been key in the Obama administration's arguable successes in various Arab countries.
Which brings me to the editor part: "Hard Choices" is 657 pages in print and 27 hours on Audible. Even with 'a long commute' it took me a while to finish the listen, because, well, I got a mired in the details, and sometimes, I got bored. I had the same problem with Doris Kearns Goodwin's "Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln" (2005). I could have used a Playbill, a world map, and a timeline for both books.
HRC has a great voice, and I would have been happier with her doing the entire narration. She did the introduction, and there's an Easter egg: there's a 15 minute epilogue in her own voice. Kathleen Chalfant is fine, but it's not the same.
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- Flavio Casoy
- 10-09-2015
Illuminating
Pros: Secretary Clinton is clearly fiercely intelligent and dominates the international landscape. While this IS a campaign book, the breadth and depth is impressive.
She is candid about her ideological position, even though she is more hawkish than the average democrat.
Throughout there are weak points were there is no substance, just platitudes that sound like they've gone through focus groups.
Glad I listened to this book in its entirety, but I did consider quitting a few times.
The reading and production are excellent.
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- Kirill Nadtochiy
- 11-09-2018
Ehhh, wasted my time.
If you enjoy listening to people brag about themselves, but not in rap form, this is the book for you.
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- jack lichtenstein
- 07-10-2017
A tone deaf politician
Prior to listening to this book I had been a fan of Hillary and voted for her. I could not understand why she was so despised by people I respected. After listening to this book I understand why she is disliked and would never vote for her again, even if she ran again the despised Donald Trump. Why the change?
Her attitude is that she is president of the world,that she wears a cape and can save any situation. There is no event that can be spared her casuistry. A ridiculous incident in which she rescues a blind Chinese dissident who is manipulating both sides for personal gain, is treated as though Hillary saved the world, rather than for the black humor and ridiculous theater she has created.
Which brings up another problem, her complete lack of humor. She takes herself so seriously. And then there is her unabashed arrogance. Her position is always the only right decision. She does not recognize grays or nuances, And finally the fantasy world she lives in. That the United Sates is the bastion of Human rights and civil rights, when in fact we are a failure in both areas and treat our dissidents much more harshly than most other countries. And finally, the fact she and her husband were responsible for the incarceration of over 50% of black males between 15 and 25 while he was president. She should not be lecturing any one on human rights and civil rights. She is what we used to call a limousine liberal. Using others peoples suffering to make herself look goo. Contrast this piece of trash with the excellent biographies of Leon Panetta and Robert Gates, both written with a sense of humility and humor, and alack of arrogance.
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- Charles I Allport
- 07-01-2015
As a Republican turned disillusioned libertarian
I appreciated the narrative quality of the book. It would have been difficult to complete had it simply been intended to posture for political purposes. The narrator was well-composed. The material flows well.
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- Heizenberg
- 18-07-2014
An Excellent book on Modern History
I was surprised at how much I enjoyed reading this book! It is amazing how much diplomacy goes on that you never hear about. As you read this book you'll learn about world history happening right now, which helps shed light on and add context to current events. Reading this book has given me a much great appreciation for the role of Secretary of State and the critical role that diplomacy plays in our international strategy.
Regardless of your political views, this book is a great read! After reading this book though, I have to say that am very glad to have had Hillary Clinton serve as our Secretary of State and I know that our country has benefited greatly from her contributions.
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- E. Ard
- 20-07-2014
A wealth of information
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes.Hillary Clinton expertly runs through an incredible amount of information regarding her actions as Secretary of State and the circumstances surrounding them. In this, the short choppy bylines of our impotent domestic media are elaborated upon and fleshed out, casting light on on both the role of US Diplomacy and the countries that received her in her travels.
What did you like best about this story?
If you want some insight into a likely Presidential contender, this is a good spot. This is not Wolf Blitzer, Bill O'Reilly, or even Dan Rather's take on who Hillary Clinton is or what she's done. It is incredible how humdrum, though not boring, some of these issues can seem in her retelling. It is truly the result of one of the most seasoned political figures in the world being completely and totally in the briar patch, bouncing and happy, where most of us would be petrified by the sheer weight of responsibility.
What about Kathleen Chalfant and Hillary Rodham Clinton ’s performance did you like?
I preferred Hillary Clinton's voice, but Kathleen Chalfant did an admirable job of retaining as much continuity as possible.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Clinton can show up in China, go on their television, and speak truth to their power-that women's rights are human rights, Tibet deserves freedom, and poverty is out of control. In response the giant of a country can only hope to keep as many people from hearing it as possible. Only words and nukes can be this powerful.
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- Kait
- 12-09-2016
Surprisingly candid
What did you love best about Hard Choices?
I bought this book because first, I wasn't sure what a Secretary of State does, and second, everything I knew about Clinton was through the news. This book was such a surprise for me because I don't normally gravitate towards memoirs & bios. It answered questions I had and then some. Diplomacy is, well, vanilla.. but Hard Choices cuts into the core of underlying diplomatic relations and exposes a nerve that I wouldn't even have guessed was there. For someone I perceived as excruciatingly guarded, Clinton delivered a raw look into her time as Secretary of State.
What about Kathleen Chalfant and Hillary Rodham Clinton ’s performance did you like?
I liked hearing Clinton in the beginning and end, and Kathleen Chalfant's narration had subtle cutting to appropriate warmth that plausibly translated to Clinton herself.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
I listen to audiobooks while I work, and I couldn't wait to start work the next day. I plan on listening to it again in the near future.
Any additional comments?
If you are genuinely curious about Hillary Clinton, I think you will really enjoy this book.
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- Fullfish
- 14-09-2014
Decent, but just so long...
I enjoyed this book, but it's long. A couple of the chapters are a bit dry - by the time Syria rolled around it felt a little repetitive. I have more appreciation for how difficult and complex the Secretary of State Job is having read this book.
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- G Mason
- 05-10-2014
Chaper1 read by Hilary is engaging. Rest not
What would have made Hard Choices better?
The whole thing should have been read by Hillary. It was really disappointing that after the first chapter, the rest was by another reader. It just didn't carry the weight or tone of the author's own voice. I stopped listening.
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- Peter
- 29-02-2016
Hilary 'solus contra mundum'
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A ripping re-telling of American foreign policy during the time of Hillary Clinton as Sec of State. The book adds many insights into the events and tangled personal relationships developed while she was in office. Well worth listening to even if you are left with the feeling it is only the US and indeed Hilary her self who can affect change around the globe. Many fascinating vignettes and glimpses into the life of a senior politician and the office of Secretary of State, a life of a person who may well yet become the next and 45th president of USA. Enjoy, another extraordinary and very formative part of the unfolding Clinton dynasty
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- Gentleman John
- 13-01-2015
Hard Choices - Hillary Rodham Clinton
An excellent look into the real world of a magnificent woman - such a full and amazing life - whether HRC decides to run for President of the USA or not nobody could have spent their life giving so much to the rest of the world. I kind of hope she does as nobody has ever had so much experience in the field of global politics. Good Luck HRC (from a Brit too!)
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- Jacqueline
- 19-02-2015
Yup she's a politician
Normally I would not read anything written by politicians, on principle but when Barack Obama was elected, I was intrigued. I bought and listened to the two books on his life story and was impressed by his intellect and honesty. I was particularly impressed by the respect he had for his wife and his acknowledgement of her strength. As a result I looked forward to this book written by a women he obviously respected for her strength and intellect. I was disappointed. The book was politically correct, said all the right things in the right places but lack personality and courage, It could have been so much more and would have earned so much more respect if Hilliary had been been true to herself. She was so careful to tow the part line that she got lost in the mix. I look forward to the honest follow up to this book. The one where she tells her husband that infidelity is not acceptable and she tells Barack she is pissed at being his 2 IC but she will do the job anyway to stay in the lime light. I really want to see the unread-acted version of this book because I suspect that is the version worth reading.
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- Amazon Customer
- 26-09-2019
A very good book
I thoroughly enjoyed hearing this book. Audible is a great way to read big books
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- Joanna Darrell
- 18-08-2018
Really good book
Have to admit, I'm a fan, but even so, this is a really good book to listen to and learn from
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- Brendan
- 03-06-2016
insight into diplomacy
great to understand how international diplomacy works. how leaders build relationships. I liked the way it was broken in different continant.
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- John McCluskey
- 09-05-2016
Formidable
If you could sum up Hard Choices in three words, what would they be?
One Formidable Lady
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Insightful and well written / narrated. Maybe Hillary could have come across as a bit more human though, thought it was defensive at times but all in all very informative.
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- beverlee
- 28-02-2016
Occasionally challenging to an English ear....
Although I want to state outright I enjoyed this book and look forward to listening to it again in all honesty I must admit to having struggled with it at times. The pro American hyperbole is to be expected as is the dramatically squiffed world view of Americas part in apparently all world decisions but sometimes this does feel like a giant cv that should be entitled ' Why I should be President'. Having said that I found the areas addressing her own family and reasons for entering and continuing to be engaged in politics to be deeply moving.
Ok, Im off to eBay now to buy an 'I love Hilary' badge.....
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- Brent
- 29-11-2015
Very enjoyable
I enjoyed the book and found I could 'dip' in and out of it without any problems. I felt it provided an interesting perspective knowing Rodham Clinton is now in the presidential race. If you're at all interested in Hillary, I recommend the book (but if you're after 'gossip', this is more of a political chronical).
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