The Power and the Money: The Epic Clashes Between Commanders in Chief and Titans of Industry

Presidents and CEOs have always been interdependent — yet at odds at the same time. In The Power and Money, an historian and former White House aide during the administration of President George W. Bush looks at both the friendships and enmities that shaped many of the policies that affect our daily lives today. With federal government rules dictating how leaders can run their workplaces, conduct mergers and acquisitions, price products sold abroad, and more, corporations need a strategy for dealing with Washington in order to thrive, he argues. However, everyday Americans often get left out of the equation when these two powerful forces come together — and they’re left to contend with the aftershocks, like higher prices and limited competition. If you’re looking to contribute to a better world through your business, being aware of the forces behind the scenes is essential. Social Capital leaders of any political party will find valuable insights from both presidential history and current events shaped by leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Tim Cook and Warren Buffet.