Ultimate Power Moves from Nancy Pelosi’s New Book

"The Art of Power" is Nancy Pelosi's memoir, detailing her journey from a housewife and mother of five to becoming the most powerful woman in American political history as the Speaker of the House. Pelosi shares her experiences of making history, not just as the first female Speaker, but also as a master legislator who played key roles in passing significant laws, such as the economic rescue of 2008 and the transformation of health care. She highlights her perseverance, persuasive abilities, and respect for her colleagues, which were crucial in her leadership across multiple presidencies, from George W. Bush to Joe Biden.

Pelosi also discusses her moral courage, particularly in her early warnings about the Iraq War and the Chinese government's misconduct, which prepared her for her famous confrontations with Donald Trump. She provides a personal account of the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol and the terrifying experience of an intruder attacking her husband at their home nearly two years later. Throughout the memoir, Pelosi showcases the fighting spirit that has defined her career and the historic legacy she has created as one of the most powerful and influential figures in American politics.