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Part Three: Lee Atwater: The Political Dirty Tricks Artist Who Gave us President(s) George Bush

Behind the Bastards

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Lee Atwater and the 1988 Campaign

This chapter explores the early career of political consultant Lee Atwater and his significant role in shaping George H.W. Bush's 1988 presidential campaign. It delves into the competitive dynamics of the consulting world, Atwater's relationships within the Bush family, and the impact of controversial political strategies from that era.

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