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From her years as the presidential press secretary to her debates with colleagues on Fox News' The Five, Dana Perino reveals the lessons she's learned that have guided her through life, kept her level-headed, and led to her success, even in the face of adversity.

Thoughtful, inspiring, and often surprising, And the Good News is . . . traces Dana Perino's unlikely journey through politics and television. It's a remarkable American story-made up of equal parts determination and clear-eyed optimism.

From facing professional challenges and confronting personal fears to stepping up to a podium for a President, Dana has come to expect the unexpected and has an uncanny ability to find the good news in any tough situation. And the Good News is . . . takes us from her Western childhood in Wyoming and Colorado to a chance meeting on an airplane that changes her life entirely. Then, with refreshing honesty and humor, she recounts her frustration with a string of unsatisfying jobs and living circumstances until a key career tip leads her back to Washington, D.C. to work for the Bush Administration.

Dana also shares here her best work and life lessons-tips that will help you to get your point across convincingly while allowing your own grace and personality to shine through. As someone who still believes in working together to solve the problems our nation faces, Dana offers clear, practical advice on how to restore civility to our personal and public conversations. The result is a fascinating read that can help anyone become more successful, productive, and joyously content.

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"This book is a gem--modest and moving, clear and unpretentious. It gives the kind of practical and even ethical advice everyone starting out needs, but it's also funny and full of great stories. Dana is a true role model."―Peggy Noonan

"A lovely memoir, both charming and wise, studded with invaluable life lessons garnered on her fascinating journey to the highest levels of media and government. A wonderful read."―Charles Krauthammer

"Part autobiography, part memoir of a press secretary in the White House, part career and life guidance, and part appeal to civility, Dana Perino's AND THE GOOD NEWS IS... is all parts captivating."―Donna Brazile

"With this delightful blend of the political, personal, and professional, Dana Perino gives us a useful glimpse into one of the most remarkable workplaces in the world, the White House. Political junkies will revel in her insider tales but every reader will come away knowing more about the human dimension of working in the most powerful place on the planet."―Mike McCurry, former White House Press Secretary to President Bill Clinton

"Congrats to Dana Perino! It's a great read, BTW. Little House on the Prairie meets West Wing."―Chris Stirewalt, Digital Politics Editor, Fox News

"This book is perfect for anyone interested in politics, media or simply advice about taking courageous chances in life, love and work. Dana has written a book that is as accessible for those who are just starting out on their career path as for those who are long-time students of current events and history."―Julie Roginsky, Fox News Contributor

"The book is a study in character, and why surrounding one's self with people of good character (from Dana's husband, parents and grandparents to Tony Snow and George W. Bush) leads to a life well lived."―Doug Brunt, author of The Means and Ghosts of Manhattan

"If you want to be inspired by a successful woman who goes from ranching in the West, to the White House, to helping in Africa, to a fine marriage and a loving dog, you will find it in this book. You will also find the kind of honest advice about life, politics and the Presidency that makes you feel good. Now there's a rarity."―Marlin Fitzwater, former White House Press Secretary to Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush

"A wonderful book. A book full of the love of life. And full of gratitude. This book is blessedly free of cynicism, irony, posing. It's straight. It's good. And obviously a total reflection of its author."―Jay Nordlinger, National Review

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Dana Perino is a Fox News Contributor and co-host of one of the most popular shows on cable television, The Five. Perino was the first Republican woman to serve as the White House Press Secretary and served for over seven years in the administration of George W. Bush, including at the Department of Justice after the terrorist attacks on 9/11. Perino lives in Manhattan with her husband, Peter McMahon, and their dog, Jasper.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1455584908
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Twelve; First Edition (April 21, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781455584901
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1455584901
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.69 x 8.25 inches

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Maryellen

Because being nice matters...

Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2015

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Former White House Press Secretary under the George Bush (#43) Administration and current co-host on The Five on FOX News, Dana Perino, tells her story of growing up in both Colorado and Wyoming to becoming one of the nicest personalities on television today. What I really like about this book is that even though in terms of political views I ride down the center line instead of veering off to the right or to the left; I certainly didn't feel left out. Ms. Perino labels herself as a Conservative yet in this book she doesn't alienate anyone who may label themselves otherwise.

Filled with 'feel good' stories about her tenure as White House Press Secretary, this author writes in a tone that is neither heady nor preachy. She simply tells you her stories. One story in particular is of a trip that then President Bush took to a military hospital unannounced and the reaction of the patients and their families. Ms. Perino also gives some solid mentoring advice for those of us who are already in the workplace as well as for those of you who are just ready to branch out. And of course, there are stories about her dog, Jasper, “America's Dog”.

I found this book very easy to read and most certainly I appreciate the overwhelming sentiment of the book~~that being nice matters. In this day and age of anger, frustration and absolute partisanship in the political arena, Ms. Perino gets it right; she is simply, nice.

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Stephen Mahoney

Perino is a Gem - We need more like her in politics and the media

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2015

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I was always impressed with Perino when she was the Press Secretary and as a member of the Five as she seemed to be genuine, honest, thoughtful and without malice. This book confirms that. The book is worth reading on a number of levels. It describes some interesting events working with President Bush that shows Bush's compassion, leadership skills, humor, good advice, and willingness to give credit to others. It shows how she was influenced in her political thinking being raised on a farm in Wyoming, her college education, and her reading Peggy Noonan's book "What I Saw at the Revolution." She says: "I'm a conservative because everything else seems easy by comparison. And when something is too easy, it's too good to be true or it's sure to fail and disappoint. I wasn't impressed by the alternative to conservatism - I gravitate to facts, logic, and reality whereas to me liberalism is based on theory, and feelings, and fantasy." She gives numerous examples of people who gave her good advice that she followed. She talks about overcoming self-doubt and self esteem issues. She has some funny stories as well, one of which is in the subchapter entitled. "The White Ho." She says that she has read a number of publications but finds the Wall Street Journal to be the best, which has been my experience as well. She talks about working with Gutfeld and the others on the Five which is interesting as Gutfeld's insights are quite creative and original. His book "Not Cool" is excellent. This is a good book and we need more people like Perino in politics and the media.

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Craig Matteson

A pleasant enough book, but not really for me. Not what I expected it to be.

Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2015

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Look, I find Dan Perino pleasant on “The Five” and her other appearances on TV. She was an effective Press Secretary for President George W. Bush. I bought the book because I heard her cast members on “The Five” extolling it highly. I read it. And it really isn’t my kind of book. Maybe it will be fine for you. But I am not the right audience for this book. I am not enough of a Dana Perino fan to be interested in her childhood, adolescence, and falling in love and marrying her husband. I am not interested in the emotional anxiety she felt wondering if she would ever hear from him again or that she was sweating behind her knees with nervousness. I am interested in the Bush administration and her role in it. All we get is a few touching vignettes, some campaign stories, but nothing that adds substance to our history of the W. Bush Presidency. She is an uncritical Bushie to her core. Which is fine. I did like her story about being tired of the Clinton attacks on Bush and coming out one day and blasting back against the lies and accidentally making news. She was gently told by Bush to not do that because he would be fine. She says it took a few years for her to see his point. I still don't. Because Bush was so careless with his popularity and poll numbers he handed a sword to his enemies. He helped put Pelosi, Reid, and Obama in power because he felt so comfortable in waiting for history to judge. Well, that's fine. But in politics there is a lot of here an now. And a lot of bad things can happen when you let the present day slip into the hands of those who want to do things with the country we don't want done.

What we get is really a good news tour of her life. Even the hard moments and potentially complex moments are mentioned but not really explored. Her parents divorced when she was 28. Why? Well, all we are told is that they fought “like everyone’s parents”. But not everyone’s parents get divorced.

We are told about the time when her husband thought that his having had a vasectomy after his son was born in his first (or was it his second) marriage might be a deal breaker with his relationship with Dana. She just mentions that she had gradually come to realize she didn’t want children. Why? Never explained or examined.

She comes across as kind of shallow and cutting in her judgments of regular people. While she is emotionally devoted and loyal to those she has decided to be devoted to and love, she seems rather dismissive of the rest of us. She shows little compassion, introspection, or empathy for humanity in general. More or less, she is interested in people for how they will advance her career and how they make her feel about herself.

OK.

But not a book for me.

There are a number of pleasant photographs, but nothing of historical significance.

Reviewed by Craig Matteson, Saline, MI.

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Stephen White

Great little book

Reviewed in Canada on February 18, 2023

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I've watched Dana Perino on The Five on Fox News for years. and I've always been impressed with her thoughtfulness and insights. Her ability to transition from local reporting to politics to national reporting is a reflection of both her talents and ambition. This book reflects well her personality and style.

The book is alternately personally, folksy and down-to-earth. She has an interesting assessment of politics in America, especially in Washington, and some keen observations and advice particularly for those starting out in their careers. A good and easy read.

MAH

Nice insight

Reviewed in Germany on July 16, 2015

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Nice to read insight in President Bush's presidency and the life of the author. Gives inspiration and a couple of things to think about.

Mrs Lynn Bradley

Extremely enjoyable

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 23, 2015

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I really enjoyed this book. The story of Dana`s life and times in the White House and the solid advice she gives are a worthy read. Dana is a natural storyteller.

JodiR

Very positive book!

Reviewed in Canada on January 9, 2017

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This is a very positive and light read (hence the title!). If you are a fan of Dana, and seriously, it is hard not to be - she is so likeable! She is an accomplished and well spoken woman who is an excellent role model to young women - no matter what their political affiliation may be. It is not a 'juicy memoir' but it is a great book that is positive and shows you that girls can do anything that boys can!

John Gillard

Perfect

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2015

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This book shows an inside look at people in Washington. How they are real people and not the heroes or villains we see on tv.

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