Ronald Brownstein
Booknotes, Sunday, February 17, 1991
Ronald Brownstein discusses The Power and the Glitter.
Mr. Brownstein discussed his book, The Power and the Glitter: The Hollywood-Washington Connection. The close relationship between the entertainment industry and decision makers in the nation's capitol is described. He was prompted to write the book, as a journalist covering politics, because he was "struck by the incredible confluence of money, politics, and celebrities at every event." Mr. Brownstein chronicled the seven decade evolution of Hollywood and its powerful connections to politics. (timspalding)… (more)
Mr. Brownstein discussed his book, The Power and the Glitter: The Hollywood-Washington Connection. The close relationship between the entertainment industry and decision makers in the nation's capitol is described. He was prompted to write the book, as a journalist covering politics, because he was "struck by the incredible confluence of money, politics, and celebrities at every event." Mr. Brownstein chronicled the seven decade evolution of Hollywood and its powerful connections to politics. (timspalding)… (more)
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