The World as It Is: A Memoir of the Obama White House by Ben Rhodes

The World as It Is: A Memoir of the Obama White House, written by Ben Rhodes, is a fascinating book that takes us behind the scenes of President Obama's administration like never before. Through his own personal experiences working in the West Wing, Rhodes charts a unique and inspiring journey of how Obama and his team laid the groundwork for a radical shift in U.S. foreign policy.

As the Obama Administration entered office in 2008, the U.S. was in the midst of two major wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as facing a growing threat from Iran. Rhodes, a speechwriter and foreign policy advisor, was an integral part of the President's inner circle. In this book, Rhodes shares his insights into the inner workings of the Obama White House, including meetings with world leaders, the development of subversive ideas, and the debates and discussions between the President and staff.

Throughout the book, Rhodes provides a detailed account of President Obama’s ambitious foreign policy initiatives, including the pursuit of a nuclear accord with Iran, the re-opening of diplomatic relations with Cuba, and pushing for a settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Rhodes also covers lesser-known initiatives, like America's commitments to energy conservation, climate change, and global health initiatives.

Rhodes paints a vivid picture of Obama's team and the enthusiasm, confidence and commitment that was ubiquitous in the West Wing. He also captures the sacrifices and frustrations that can come with public service, including the difficult political environment and the opposition that Obama faced from both sides of the aisle.

For readers, The World as It Is: A Memoir of the Obama White House is a powerful testament to the complexity and depth of the Obama Presidency. Rhodes, who held a front-row seat to history, provides an emotionally-charged and thought-provoking memoir that captures the legacy of Obama's legacy and its impact on the world. The book gives readers of all backgrounds important insight into some of the most pressing foreign policy issues of the past eight years, and it allows us to better assess the Obama legacy for generations to come.