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The Polished Politician: The Political Candidate's Personal Handbook

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It was rather helpful. It's rather short but gives some good advice. (ie did you know that you are supposed to wear makeup on your HANDS for tv?) It's a bit basic but even seasoned political veterans will benefit from the book. For me, the book made me think about the image that I want my campaign to project and it reminded me of all the little things I should be doing. My favorite exercise though is going somewhere like a grocery store and pretending like a camera is recording my every movement, facial expression, and word. It really makes you aware of your mannerisms etc. So, it is a good book that I recommend to friends in the political field.

Lillian Brown's The Polished Politician covers the basics of media relations and public image, specifically for those seeking political office.

Brown, a Washington,DC-based image consultant with experience in network news and political candidate campaigns writes, "This handbook will not resolve all of your doubts or solve many of your problems as you hit the bumps and bruses of the campaign trail....it was designed to help you...looking your best, making successful public appearances, dealing with the press and communicating your best message to get those votes."

There are probably a lot of items in the book that you will think are pretty basic, but there are things you probably need to be reminded of too.

At only 87 pages, The Polished Politician gives you valuable info quickly, without a lot of fluff. Take the time to read it and you will get a few good tips to help you.