All Things Possible, Andrew M. Cuomo
All Things Possible, Andrew M. Cuomo
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All Things Possible
Setbacks and Success in Politics and Life

Author: Andrew M. Cuomo

Narrator: Michael Kramer

Unabridged: 14 hr 5 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 10/14/2014


Synopsis

In this frank memoir—a story of duty, family, justice, politics, and resilience—Andrew Cuomo, New York State's fifty-sixth governor, reflects on his rise, fall, and rise again in politics, and the tough (but necessary) lessons he has learned along the way.Born to first-generation American parents in the working-class neighborhood of Queens, New York, Andrew M. Cuomo grew up in a family anchored by a shared belief in community, hard and honest work, and helping others. His father, Mario, led by example, as a tireless advocate for local residents, instilling in his son a passion for public service. From stapling up posters as a sixteen-year-old during his father's first political campaign to managing at twenty-five Mario's successful 1982 bid for New York State governor, Andrew Cuomo witnessed at a young age the power of politics to effect change for the common good. These experiences, reinforced by deeply held personal values, guided him, from novice campaign manager to visionary reform crusader to Clinton cabinet member—at thirty-nine—to groundbreaking governor of his home state. Laying out his unique approach to challenging the status quo, All Things Possible is not a traditional political memoir, but rather one man's revelatory reflection on a life defined by a commitment to public service, and the hard-won truths gleaned from both his struggles and his successes.In recounting his uphill battles to redefine the way America deals with homelessness, rehabilitate the legislative process in Albany, and bring marriage equality to New York, Cuomo presents an inspiring blueprint for greater political cooperation and efficacy. He also unflinchingly examines his failed 2002 gubernatorial bid, which heralded a dark period of political and personal turmoil, to illustrate why failure is inextricably bound up with success, why we should never forget where we come from, and the importance of balancing personal and professional commitments. And he proves, through all that he's achieved since his victory in the 2010 election, that our biggest triumphs lie not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.

About Andrew M. Cuomo

Andrew M. Cuomo, the fifty-sixth governor of New York, formerly served as New York's attorney general and secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. He has three daughters and is the son of New York governor Mario Cuomo.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Luisana on November 22, 2014

I love Andrew Cuomo. The book reminded me of a time when I was into NY Politics and made me want to even go at it again supporting these people. It was an easy and pleasant read, coming from an autobiography. Sometimes, autobiographies can be daunting. If you are familiar with Cuomo, like I started......more

Goodreads review by Jim on November 19, 2014

This was a good read on the current New York governor and son of Mario Cuomo. It contained a lot of information about him that I was previously was unaware of.......more

Goodreads review by Ziyoda on July 19, 2020

I learned about Andrew Cuomo and became interested in him in April this year. He showed exceptional leadership during the coronavirus crisis, at the time when the country didn't have a clue. He embraced the challenge and showed us the way to behave correctly at the time of uncertainty and so much co......more

Goodreads review by Nicole Marie on July 16, 2020

#CuomoCrush Let it be known that President Trump is my hero. I dedicated my future best-selling book, "Donald Trump and My Eating Disorder: How the President Ended My War With Food" to President Trump. But, despite my adoration for the great President Trump, I want to marry Governor Andrew Cuomo! Oh......more

Goodreads review by Marianne on March 06, 2021

I do like this book! And I'm actually not quite finished with it, truth be told, I keep checking it out from the local library. But I sort of wanted to weigh in on Andrew Cuomo at this particular juncture. My husband, a Republican, and I (the other major party) watched him on "60 Minutes" when he des......more