This is a fascinating, frank story. I had not heard much about Huntsman other than he was a big businessman and had built a large Cancer Research Hospital. He is evidence that America is the land of milk and honey--a boy can come from highly unfavorable circumstances in a poverty-stricken, broken home, and rise to become a billionaire. I was very surprised by some of the things he put into print, particularly in regards to certain Church leaders; Huntsman also takes jabs here and there at Mitt Romney. Other sensitive topics discussed are a daughter who died under tragic circumstances, a son born with a disability after a doctor failed to attend to Mrs. Huntsman's concerns, and an operation that led to impotence. Most notable in the book, however, are the underlying values that have led Huntsman to become the great philanthropist he is today. He discusses moral dilemmas he faced both in and outside the White House that served as learning tools throughout his career. An interesting read, though I did find the details of his many business transactions a bit heady. But they were an important part of the story and would be appreciated by people in that sphere.
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