Still Standing, Ellis Henican
Still Standing, Ellis Henican
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Still Standing
Surviving Cancer, Riots, a Global Pandemic, and the Toxic Politics that Divide America

Author: Ellis Henican, Governor Larry Hogan

Narrator: Larry Hogan

Unabridged: 10 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Kalorama

Published: 07/28/2020


Synopsis

As the rookie Republican governor of deep-blue Maryland, Larry Hogan had already beaten some daunting odds. A common-sense businessman with a down-to-earth style, he had won a long-shot election the Washington Post called "a stunning upset." He'd worked with cops and neighborhood leaders to quell Baltimore's worst rioting in forty-seven years. He'd saved his state from fiscal catastrophe, winning praise from Democrats, Republicans, and independents. But none of that prepared him for the life-threatening challenge he would have to face next: a highly aggressive form of late-stage cancer. Could America's most popular governor beat the odds again?

The people of Maryland, with their "Hogan Strong" wristbands, were certainly pulling for him, sending him back to the governor's office in a landslide. As Governor Hogan began his second term cancer-free, his next challenge went far beyond Maryland: bringing our divided country together for a better future.

In his own words, Larry Hogan tells the feel-good story of a fresh American leader being touted as the "anti-Trump Republican." A lifelong uniter at a time of sharp divisions. A politician with practical solutions that take the best from all sides. An open-hearted man who has learned important lessons from his own struggles in life.

About Ellis Henican

Ellis Henican is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Angie on July 31, 2020

I have lived in Maryland all my life. Larry Hogan's father knocked on my apartment door when he first ran for congress; he was the first political candidate I had met in person, and he came to MY HOUSE to ask for my vote. I have never forgotten it. I am a fan of our governor and have been looking fo......more

Goodreads review by Erin on August 09, 2020

For the past couple of years, I’ve been delving into nonfiction and memoirs, specifically those of recent politicians. As a Hogan staffer (almost 4 years with the administration!), this was an exceptionally fun read for me.......more

Goodreads review by Tracy on November 25, 2020

I couldn’t wait to be finished with this book. Much like Hillbilly Elegy, it would have benefited from the elimination of easily 50 pages of tedious content. I almost feel sorry for Hogan, pressured to write a book to further propel him into the public eye, even though he hasn’t done all that much.......more

Goodreads review by Diana on August 13, 2020

I would vote for Governor Larry Hogan if he ran for President in 2024. His life story is an inspiration and he believes in bipartisanship. This is the kind of person who could lead America.......more

Goodreads review by Merry on November 05, 2020

As a Marylander, I’ve been a fan of Governor Hogan pretty much since he’s been in office. I don’t agree with every decision he has made, but I have been overwhelmingly impressed with his bipartisanship. Yes, the book at times comes across somewhat as self aggrandizement, but I’m not sure how you cou......more