Never Again: Securing America and Restoring Justice (Hardcover)

~ John Ashcroft (Author)
Key Phrases: terrorist presence, blind sheik, pected terrorists, United States, New York, Patriot Act (more...)

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John Ashcroft's service as attorney general began with turmoil: a loss to a deceased challenger in his senate reelection campaign and a tumultuous confirmation battle. Then, on September 11, 2001, his job was transformed into the greatest leadership challenge an attorney general has ever faced. Highly classified intelligence briefings, secret surveillance of terror cells, and war councils with President Bush gave Ashcroft a uniquely comprehensive--and uniquely chilling--view of the threats to American security. In NEVER AGAIN, Ashcroft breaks his silence about historic events that transpired during his term of office--including the largest terrorist attack in U.S. history, the enactment and defense of the Patriot Act, the Robert Hanssen spy scandal, the execution of Timothy McVeigh, and the recently discovered domestic surveillance program authorized by President Bush. In this provocative book, readers will meet the man behind the title and hear his take on the dangers to and within America from outside forces, and what he did to repair the serious breaches in our country's security. NEVER AGAIN is a fascinating and probing look at what Ashcroft believes will ultimately make America safe.

About the Author

John Ashcroft lives in Washington, D.C.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: Center Street; 1St Edition edition (October 3, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1599956802
• ISBN-13: 978-1599956800
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.7 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #261,608 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should read this book!, February 16, 2008

By	Jee "Jee" (Lubbock, Texas United States) - See all my reviews

Must read for all Americans. Will help you understand
how it is that we were attacked on 911, what prevented
our law enforcement agencies from protecting us & how that
was rectified to a large extent by The Patriot Act
and the efforts of those entrusted with our protection
from future attacks. Even those concerned with our civil
should read this book so they can see that every effort
was made to protect our rights & at the same time, prevent
another such attack.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fascinating glimpse inside the Bush administration, June 10, 2008

By	Paul Skinner (Manassas, Virginia United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Never Again: Securing America and Restoring Justice (Faithwords) (Paperback)

Please don't wear your political hat when you judge this book. Whether or not you agree with Mr Ashcroft, you must agree this book provides insider details that are intriguing. Ashcroft spends much of the book vigorously defending the PATRIOT act, with numerous success stories of its use in the war on terror. I think many of these stories have escaped the proper attention that the press should have given them. Mr Ashcroft also provides interesting accounts of his interactions with political enemies in the senate. I found it amusing that some senators would be so vicious in front of the TV cameras, yet cordial with Ashcroft off camera. One thing missing in this book is Ashcroft's views on the war in Iraq, although I would be surprised if he isn't 100% behind the President.

One final thought... Mr Ashcroft comes across as an old fashioned gentleman with good character. I suppose he would value that more than any political accomplishment over his lifetime.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A True American Hero / Only , April 3, 2008

By	Thomas J. Perrone (Clarksburg, MD USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

My first impression on reading the book is that John Ashcroft is a true American hero. A man of insight, good judgment and integrity.

My second impression is that the book is unusually well written and edited. In just 294 pages (hardbook edition), he tells the story of his time as Attorney General, and makes very powerful points about steps that he took (that were not previously taken) to improve our internal security. Especially impressive (and clear) is his description of the problem of the "wall" between criminal and subversive surveillance operations, which he fought to tear down.

I recommend you read the other reviews here to get a fuller flavor of the book and Mr. Ashcroft (which include less favorable views of both), then I recommend that you buy the book, read it, and decide for yourself.