Citizen: My Life After The White House

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Bill Clinton offers a candid and detailed memoir about his life after leaving the presidency, sharing the highs and lows of his post-White House journey. From stepping into private citizenship to tackling global crises, this book reveals what comes next for a former president.

An intimate look at Bill Clinton’s impactful years beyond the Oval Office.

On January 20, 2001, after nearly three decades in politics-including eight as President of the United States-Bill Clinton became a private citizen at the age of fifty-four. Energized and full of ideas, he sought ways to use his experience, connections with world leaders, and political knowledge to make a difference.

Just days after leaving office, Clinton responded to a call for help following a devastating earthquake in India, marking the start of his active post-presidential life. Over the next twenty years, he built a lasting legacy through public service and advocacy, reaching from Indonesia to Louisiana, Northern Ireland to South Africa. He reshaped philanthropy and redefined the global influence a former president can wield.

Citizen is Clinton’s firsthand account of these years, covering major events like 9/11, the lead-up to the Iraq War, the Haiti earthquake, the Great Recession, COVID-19, the January 6th insurrection, and ongoing cultural conflicts.

But this memoir goes beyond politics. It reveals Clinton as a father, grandfather, and husband, offering insight into his personal life. He reflects on supporting Hillary Clinton during her roles as senator, secretary of state, and presidential candidate, and shares the pain and frustration surrounding the 2016 election.

Clinton also addresses the unprecedented challenges facing the world today: a global pandemic, persistent inequality, climate change, and authoritarian threats to democracy. As a follow-up to his bestselling My Life, this book provides a clear-eyed perspective on American democracy’s role on the world stage.

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