絕不讓步：龐培歐回憶錄

by Mike Pompeo, 季晶晶 (translator), 吳國卿 (translator)

《紐約時報》暢銷書、美國前國務卿麥克・龐培歐親筆撰寫理解美中關係、臺灣角色及未來挑戰的必讀之書「當邪惡肆虐於世，我們如果表現得膽小懦弱，就是失職。」——麥克・龐培歐美國前國務卿麥克・龐培歐是川普外交團隊的核心人物。他在2016年受命擔任中央情報局局長，2018年接任國務卿一職，成為川普內閣中唯一任職四年的國家安全成員。他作風強硬，抨擊中國人權議題、批評伊朗與恐怖主義的關係、推動北韓去核化、以行動支援以色列。種種打破固有外交政策格局的作法，引發外界側目與爭議，但他自認秉持美國建國原則和基督教信仰，並致力在全球促進民主與自由。在任內，他也領導一場巨大的變革，重塑美國與中國的關係，影響了全世界，包括臺灣。《絕不讓步》記述龐培歐與各國領導人互動的精采故事，及他對當代世界的分析與觀點，娓娓道來他如何協助川普政府制定顛覆華盛頓傳統的「美國優先」方針。本書也是一本高潮迭起的真實紀錄，大膽解密不為世人所知的政治幕後故事：▍川普認為龐培歐對中國的態度過於強硬，甚至要求他閉嘴？▍比起美國在南韓駐軍，金正恩更擔心中共黑吃黑？▍2019年印巴險些爆發核戰，美國如何介入並阻止事態升級？▍俄羅斯干&

Genres: Politics, Biography, History, Nonfiction, Autobiography, Memoir, Leadership

545 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 8, 2022

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[Mohammad · Rating 3 out of 5]

پمپئو (وزیر خارجه سابق و رئیس اسبق سیا) در زندگی نامه خود شخصیتی لجوج و تندرو را نشان می دهد که علاوه همه بر این ها برخلاف ترامپ تازه اعتقادات مذهبی عمیقی هم دارد. در کتاب کشمکش با او با افراد ریسک ناپذیر و میانه رو و چگونگی غلبه اش بر آنها و همچنین راهکارهایش برای چالاک کردن سیستمهای سنتی آمده است. انتظارم از یک جمهوری خواه این بود که کمتر در کتابش شعار کلی دهد و روی اصول شخصی که در ذهن دارد تاکید کند. نسبت به زندگی نامه جورج بوش پسر و بولتون خیلی جذابیت کمتری برایم داشت ولی مثل بقیه اتوبیوگرافی ها یک سند ارزشمند در مورد اداره امور در قدرتمندترین کشور دنیاست.

[Linda Galella · Rating 5 out of 5]

An unapologetic, easy to read accounting of Mike Pompeo’s years of political service the majority of which focuses on his years with the Trump Administration. Pompeo is the only senior staff member to survive all 4 years!

Hailing from Wichita, Kansas, (by way of S. California), Michael R. Pompeo is the ubiquitous All American boy. He graduated #1 from his West Point class, was an army captain, Harvard Law graduate, won 4 terms in Congress, was tapped by Trump to first be Director of the CIA and then promoted to Secretary of State; an accomplishment held by nobody else. Somewhere in the midst of all that, he and his best buddies started and excelled at manufacturing businesses bringing jobs back to the USA.

“It’s a mean, nasty world” is a theme that flows thru this 412 page tome, sans publishing stuff & pictures. Mike provides details, not conjecture, regarding all the events that took place during his political tenure. He writes candidly and cautiously so as not to breach any governmental trusts. It’s also refreshing to read his accountings and not find TMZ/CNN ism’s at every turn of the page. He identifies the mean & nasty events, people, places, etc. and what was done to mitigate or eradicate them; very interesting reading especially in light of the changes made by the current administration. Regardless of where you stand politically, reading these chapters with an open mind should give many folks reason to stop and consider prior to voting again…

Is this book worth reading? Is it any different than all the others by past Trump administration members? Yes and yes. Pompeo served in a capacity that’s unique. He had access to foreign policy, leaders and events as well as the DOJ. Combine his years in Congress, the military, his law degree and tempering by his faith and the results are a volume that gives readers broader, more global reviews of the COVID crisis, Afghanistan, the S. Border, N. Korea, China, Israel & Peace in the Middle East and so much more.

“Never Give an Inch” begins with an heartfelt intro by Mike’s son and ends with Mike’s summary of the most dangerous threats facing America, (#1 will surprise most readers and anger more than a few!), with his tho’ts on how to move forward, neutralize the risks and fight for the America WE love📚

[Sherrie · Rating 1 out of 5]

I first wrote great reviews of this book. Now it turns out Mike Pompeo is a flipped Rino! He went on fox news after Joe Biden had Mar a largo saying the Trump should be prosecuted for classified documents. He knows damn well that the President declassifies all documents. So he is a democrat propagandist! Don’t waste ur time with this book. He is a snake in the grass and an enemy to the people!

[Mansoor · Rating 1 out of 5]

Neocons and liberals are two peas in a pod.

[Richard Stuhan · Rating 5 out of 5]


“Never Give An Inch” is Mike Pompeo’s memoirs of his turbulent four years in the Trump Administration. Pompeo was the only high-level appointee to stay for the entire four years. He spent the first 15 months as Director of the CIA and the remaining three years as Secretary of State — the only person in history to hold both of those positions. I always have been enamored of behind-the-scenes accounts of significant events, and Pompeo’s description of his years in Washington does not disappoint. He does not mince words, and his accounts of what occurred outside public view are not only interesting but also frequently amusing.

At the time of his first appointment, Pompeo was a rising fourth term Congressman from Kansas. A graduate of West Point and Harvard Law School, Pompeo became an entrepreneur in the aerospace and oilfield industries before hearing the call to public service. He never expected even to be considered for a post in the Trump Administration, much less obtain high level postings.

During Pompeo’s time in office, there were disagreements between the President and his advisors — which Pompeo saw as perfectly normal as long as the debates remained in-house. There were even issues on which he and the President did not see eye to eye. But Pompeo was never overtly critical of the boss — who called him “My Mike” (at least to his face). Once the President had made a decision, the time for debate had passed. Pompeo is openly contemptuous of those who accepted positions in the Administration, but then publicly criticized the President, leaked inside information, or resigned mid-term. Although the media reported that Pompeo had discussed with other cabinet members invoking the 25th Amendment to remove the President from office following the events of January 6, Pompeo categorically denies engaging in any such discussions.

Pompeo is highly critical of the policy decisions of earlier administrations — both Democrat and Republican — as well as the entrenched foreign policy bureaucracy in the State Department ( the deep state). He is particularly contemptuous of President Obama and Secretary Clinton (although he seems to have a warm spot in his heart for Bill Clinton). With Trump’s blessing, Pompeo moved the U.S. away from multilateralism toward an “America First” approach to international relations. As Pompeo himself put it: “I think for too long American leaders didn’t want to take any risk that they might be seen as jerks, even as they negotiated against the likes of Putin and the ayatollahs. They wanted America to be submissive and compliant in the ‘global community.’ Too often they came from the Rodney King school of dealmaking: ‘Can’t we all just get along?’”

As the book’s title suggests, Pompeo sought to bring an end to years of timidity and appeasing bad actors in the international community and to restore America’s position as the world’s preeminent power. His operating philosophy is reflected in the book’s chapter titles — draw lines and defend them relentlessly; go on offense; no bad deals; tell the hard truth; choose the right allies; know your limits; pivot quickly from failure.

Pompeo devotes a lot of space to defending decisions that were criticized at the time they were made. There is also a fair amount of self-congratulatory material in the book — although he is quick to share credit with legions of staffers who are tediously identified by name. But this is de rigueur in any political memoir, and Pompeo brings sorely-needed perspective to those who are inclined toward knee-jerk opposition to anything Trump does.

Whatever you might think about the Trump Administration’s foreign policy, there can be no denying that Pompeo was at the center of momentous developments. Among other things, Pompeo (a) reset our China policy by calling out China’s plan to achieve world domination, attacking China’s human right abuses in Hong Kong and on the mainland, condemning China’s oppression of the Uyghurs, criticizing China’s unfair trade practices, addressing China’s theft of intellectual property, and assailing its ambitions toward Taiwan; (b) was an early supporter of the COVID Wuhan laboratory leak hypothesis — a position for which he was pilloried while in office but which recently has been vindicated; (c) condemned the military crackdown by the Myanmar Army and Police on Rohingya Muslims; (c) withdrew from the ill-considered nuclear arms deal with Iran, imposed crippling sanctions on its abusive regime, and supported the assassination of the murderous Iranian General Qasem Soleimani; (d) repaired the U.S.’s strained relationship with our traditional Mideast allies, Israel and Saudi Arabia; (e) brokered a peace treaty between Israel and the UAR, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco — the so-called Abraham Accords; (f) met with and organized the President’s three sessions with North Korean dictator, Kim Jong-un; (g) engineered U.S. withdrawal from the imprudent Paris Climate Accord — although the Biden administration has since reversed that decision; and (h) repaired America’s relationships with long-ignored countries like Montenegro, Micronesia, and Suriname.

It would not be possible in this review to address all of the interesting tidbits in the book. Instead, I will attempt to capture the book’s flavor by focusing on a handful of foreign policy developments during Pompeo’s time in office, using the author’s own words as much as possible.

1. The Iran Nuclear Deal. Few issues get Pompeo more excited than the nuclear arms deal with Iran. He opposed it as a Congressman and was even more opposed to it as a member of the Trump Administration. U.S. intelligence learned that Iran was not complying with its commitments under the agreement and was using the revenues generated as a result of relaxed sanctions to support terrorism all over the region. Nonetheless, French President Macron repeatedly urged President Trump to re-enter the deal. Trump became so infuriated over Macron’s importuning that he finally lashed out at him: “Stop! Stop calling me! Stop calling them and begging — you look like a weak little girl! Run your country or the yellow jackets will” (a reference to the populist protestors on the streets of Paris who wore yellow vests).

2. Israel and Saudi Arabia. Having identified Iran as a malign force in the Mideast, Pompeo thought it imperative for America to identify friends in the region. His friends of choice were Israel and Saudi Arabia. Pompeo seems to genuinely admire the Israelis — their intelligence and military capabilities, their political leadership, and most of all their ability to survive in a hostile environment.

In contrast, his pursuit of Saudi Arabia was rooted more in realpolitik than in affection. That relationship was sorely tested by the murder of journalist Jamal Kashoggi. Pompeo noted initially that, contrary to what has been reported, “there is nearly zero intelligence that directly links Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to ordering the murder.” But Pompeo is quick to add that, even if there had been such evidence, it would not have drastically affected U.S. policy. There are, he submits, occasions on which the U.S. must simply hold its nose in order to advance the country’s interests: “It’s a mean, nasty world out there — the Middle East in particular. It is the president’s obligation to ensure we adopt policies that further America’s national security. It wasn’t a pleasant series of events, but I’m proud that our administration didn’t make an emotionally rash choice that would have jeopardized American lives and our strategic objectives in the Middle East.”

3. North Korea. Almost as painful a thorn in his side as Iran was North Korea and its mercurial leader, Kim Jong un. Before the President met with Kim, Pompeo traveled to North Korea to lay the groundwork for later talks. Their initial meeting was memorable. “Mr. Director,” Kim intoned, “I didn’t think you’d show up. I know you’ve been trying to kill me.” Although Pompeo was not expecting Kim to open the meeting with a joke about assassinations, he decided to reply with a little humor of his own: “Mr. Chairman,” Pompeo said, “I’m still trying to kill you.” Their meeting was interrupted every 45 minutes or so for Kim to take “an important phone call.” Only later did Pompeo learn that these calls were in fact “a summons from the Marlboro Man — Kim has a serious smoking habit.”

Pompeo learned during the negotiations that the U.S. had vastly underestimated how much the North Koreans feared and deferred to the Chinese. Every time that Pompeo or the President met with him, Kim had a long discussion with Xi Jinping. Pompeo intimates that, but for Chinese involvement, the negotiations with North Korea could have succeeded. But the North Korean problem became a proxy battle with the Communist Chinese Party, and the CCP gave Kim almost zero leeway to cut a deal.

4. Russia. There is relatively little in the book about the U.S. relationship with Russia during the Trump Administration. In large measure, this was because the so-called “Russia Hoax” constrained the President’s ability to deal with Russia. As Pompeo explains: “The swirl of false allegations coming from Democrats made it difficult to present real data and sound analysis to the President about the need to thwart Putin’s continued aggressions. The President had come to believe that the intelligence community was trying to screw him on all things Russia.” Pompeo is quick to note, however, that there were no Russian aggressions during Trump’s time in office.

Pompeo had a heated exchange with John Brennan, his predecessor as CIA Director, about the latter’s continuing public comments suggesting that President Trump was a Russian stooge — or worse. “John, you need to get off the stage,” Pompeo told him. “The attacks you’re leveling are political, and that’s not consistent with the agency’s traditions.” “Mike,” Brennan replied, “Trump is threatening our democracy. It’s not just Russia. You are are going to hand the Iranians a nuclear program.” Pompeo in turn retorted, “John, you all had a different approach on Iran. You were idiots for providing a terrorist regime $150 billion.” “Mike,” said Brennan, I’m not going to stand for that!” “Yeah, that and the national anthem,” said Pompeo.

5. China. No topic commands as much attention as China. In his concluding remarks, Pompeo observes that “all other foreign policy challenges must be subordinated to the goal of stopping the CCP. It presents the single greatest external threat to our republic.” Elsewhere in the book, Pompeo describes Xi Jinping as “the most dangerous man in the world.” China’s human rights abuses are legion, its leaders routinely break commitments they have made, and its ambition under Xi is nothing less than world domination. As Pompeo explains, “the CCP is not serious about any kind of accommodation — they want 100% of the pie and on their terms. They will not give an inch on any issue we confronted them on.”

Pompeo is at least as worried about China’s economic practices as he is about its military practices. Every day, he reports, “billions of bytes of American data are exposed to Beijing,” while “Chinese bribes — legal and illegal — flood the world.” Pompeo claims that China has stolen billions of dollars of intellectual property by infiltrating American colleges and businesses, through the operation of Chinese-owned firms like Tik Tok in the U.S., and as a result of U.S. firms surrendering sensitive information as the price of doing business in China. He is particularly contemptuous of American high-tech companies which have been “complicit in strengthening the Chinese military and police state” and have “profited from investments . . . propping up the CCP’s Orwellian surveillance state.”

On a somewhat lighter note, Pompeo describes his impressions of Xi from their numerous meetings. While Putin can be “funny and mirthful,” Xi is “deadeyed.” He is always ready “to tell stories about Chinese victimhood and his demands to avenge grievances from long before any of us were born.” “A quintessential Communist apparatchik,” Xi is “heavy in the abstract, light on the issues under discussion, and always eager to impose his views, even while he pretends to be listening to you.” In their various meetings with Pompeo, Xi “talked in hollow tones, always in search of words, phrases, and archaic Chinese proverbs of questionable clarity.” Pompeo’s China policy advisor told him that “CCP leaders in general, and Xi in particular, deploy overwrought erudition to play gullible American leaders.”

Whatever your political orientation, “Never Give An Inch” is worth reading. While many media accounts of the Trump years suggested that decision-making was undisciplined, Pompeo reveals that at least the foreign policy decisions were carefully considered. Even if you are an anti-Trumper, you may find it informative to learn about the factors that drove the Administration’s foreign policy choices. Whether or not you agree with those choices, you will find that Pompeo is a straight-shooter. He does not dance around the difficult issues. Best of all, reading this 438 page tome is your admission ticket to the back rooms where some of the most intriguing developments of the past 50 years occurred.

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[Donne Chapman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous book. Mike Pompeo gave a lot of information how the CIA works as well as how the State Dept works and what their missions should be. After reading his book and his many accomplishments, I think he would be a great president of the United States. He knows a lot about how foreign and domestic affairs should be conducted. Highly recommend.

[JC · Rating 1 out of 5]

Another self-justification for a mediocre performance in the cabinet during a less than mediocre, if not blatantly destructive, presidential regime. Moments of personal realization fail to rise to humility and instead are projected onto circumstance and external constraints that did not “allow” the author to do better. Glad I borrowed the recording from the library so as not to waste my money or contribute to another money-grab by a former politician.

[Melanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pompeo and my politics do not align, however, I do try to approach this book with an open mind. First, I will say that this is his defense or explanation of his role as CIA director and Secretary of State under Trump. One of the things that jumped out at me when talking about the Iran Nuclear Treaty and stating they are responsible. Most of those that attacked the United States were from Saudi Arabia which he is fine with them, so I needed a bit more information to be persuaded to his line of thinking. He does talk about China and Russia being our enemies, but looking back at the Trump administration it seems like Trump was a Putin fan, so again I need more explanation on the relationship of the USA with Russia during this time. He states he "Never Gives an Inch" but we must have compromise in this world and he doesn't respect others that don't give an inch i.e. the Teacher's Union.

How did this book find me? I am from Kansas, a state he represented in Congress. I have a feeling, especially with the publishing of a book that we have not heard the last of Pompeo on a national political level. I believe it is beneficial to read first hand accounts of current political events and personalities whether you agree with their political stance and especially if you don't.

[Spectre · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mike Pompeo's grasp and knowledge of the domestic and international problems as he describes in this autobiography coupled with his background as a Congressman, CEO, Army Tank Commander, and West Point graduate makes him well qualified for a senior level executive in any administration including the very top government position.

[Lynda Carriermetz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this book. Never Give an Inch. Fighting for the America I Love is about Foreign policy. But not JUST about foreign policy. It is about Politics. But not JUST about politics. It is about Leadership. But not JUST about leadership. It’s about Family and how Mikes job affected and still impacts his family. And there are great stories. I was thinking about the best line in the book. There are many ranging from “I prefer my grass steamed” to “I’m still trying to kill you”. But my favorite is on page 75 when Mikes’ wife Susan says “It’s been a lovely dinner party”!
This book is evidence of how God prepared Mike starting as a child, to lead our country. From being on a basketball team in high school, to military training at West Point, to serving. And meeting his lifelong friends and partners at school. Learning law at Harvard, moving to Wichita Ks where he started two companies and met Susan. Then the building blocks from Congress and the committee he served/knowledge gained, to CIA (coolest job ever) to the State Department. Where all of his experiences were tapped into.
Most of all Mike leaned on his faith in God and doesn’t hide his reliance on our creator.

[Larry R Barnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book

A great read that I could not put down. Great insight on national and international events and pulled no punches in describing those people in our government who are in it for themselves and not for America.

[Robert Beverly · Rating 1 out of 5]

Snoozer

Started off interesting, but quickly became a boring read. Found myself skipping paragraphs until finally just quitting it all together.

[Laura Gurreau · Rating 5 out of 5]

everyone must read this book!

Pompeo is our American Hero! Learn more about this great man and all he’s done for America! An insider’s story.

[Muhammad Zaman · Rating 2 out of 5]

This Book is the story of US Cruelty, arrogance and selfishness during Trump Era.

[Jeanette · Rating 4 out of 5]

Would things perhaps be run this well again. Well told and photos were exceptional.

[Ben · Rating 4 out of 5]

State Of The Union

This is an insightful and thought-provoking book on politics and national security.

Mike Pompeo makes compelling arguments about the need to stand up to foreign powers like Russia and China, and his experiences as Secretary of State provide unique insights into the inner workings of the government.

He also went on to great detail about putting sanctions on China due to their treatment of Uyghur people in Xinjiang. And limiting TikTok in America.

The section on the CCP's influence on American industries and universities is particularly eye-opening (especially the bit about MIT).

While I can't say that I agree with all of his views or his administration, there is no denying the impact he had on US foreign policy during his tenure.

Overall, a great read for anyone interested in politics or national security. Something very true to my heart. Definitely some interesting and insightful lessons in the realm of politics - if nothing else.

Check it out!

4.5/5

[Robert Melnyk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent autobiography by Mike Pompeo. I always liked Pompeo, and I like him even more after reading his book. The books main focus is on his time served under the Trump administration, first as Director of the CIA, and then as secretary of state. He goes into a lot of detail (as much as possible) of his role in these two positions. He describes his dealings with all of the critical situations confronting the United States around the world, and the various countries and world leaders he dealt with during this time. He discusses in detail what he believes to be some of the greatest threats to our country, including Iran and Communist China (CCP). He provides very good insight into the problems/challenges we face and have faced, how he and the Trump administration dealt with them. Pompeo is a brilliant guy, a class act, and a man of strong faith who loves his country, and never gave an inch. I highly recommend this one.

[Valerie Fabry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent!

I would refer this book to anyone interested in knowing more about the decisions Secretary Pompeo and President Trump made in service to our country regarding foreign relations. These two men always put our country first. I especially liked the criticism toward John Bolton, a man who put himself far above his service as the National Security Advisor, resulting in everyone in Trump's inner circle detesting him. Sec. Pompeo showed his commitment to both jobs he held within the Trump Administration. I found the entire book interesting--never boring or self-promoting.

[Joe R. Long · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

I respected Mike a great deal when seeing him on TV, but a quantum leap more after reading his book. For the past 60 years I have watched public schools make an exponential rise in the rate of brainwashing our young in Marxist philosophy. I spent much time trying to deal with the schools until moving them to private schools. Best money ever spent. No amount of reasonable logic can penetrate a brainwashed person. Mike would make a wonderful friend to any Christian conservative.😇

[William McGill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read from an insider.

Mike Pompeo is the kind of leader that the US deserves but seldom gets. He is a man of integrity and a strong work ethic, two qualities that sadly, are in short supply in Washington today.
I enjoyed reading this book and getting some of the behind the scenes details from the Trump administration.
I also liked the comparisons of how businesses was conducted during the Trump years as opposed to the Obama and Biden administrations. How I wish we had some adults in the room today.
Thanks for this really interesting read Mike.

[Toni Randall · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Great American

This is a recommendation to any and all Americans who love the Lord and want to know more from behind the scenes of what goes on with American policy. If you think you know, I assure you, you don't have all the facts. Pomeo will open your eyes and expand your knowledge. If he seems on the surface to be mild mannered, you've got a surprise coming. It's just that he thinks before he acts. That's what we need now in this present time of chaos in our country.

[Mehdi Arian · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s honest, direct and shows loyalty, we like it or not

[Alex Dimaio · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fluff. Too righteous. Not a good book to release if he has serious consideration to run for POTUS

[Brian Skinner · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good book to explain what it was like meeting with Kim Jong Un. He also explains how Trump was behind the scenes. Pompeo is the only person who stayed all four years besides Pence.

[Lauren Pumpkin · Rating 4 out of 5]

In the context that Pompeo and I have different worldviews:

What I liked- great insights into Russian and Chinese relations, Middle East diplomacy, further context on Greenland, and a general
account of this era in history. Some dry humor too.

What I disliked - unnecessary snark towards rivals .. but this is the author's personality so why not let it come through?

Giving it 3.5 stars officially.

[MJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is obviously a memoir that is heavily biased towards Trump. If you can get past that it is absolutely fascinating to learn about some complex situations with North Korea, China and Iran. I learned a lot reading this. I think it's interesting to hear how some of these historical meetings took place regardless of political affiliation.

[Henry Felix · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reads like a realistic spy novel. A great look behind the scenes of the real work of dedicated public servants working on behalf of what is best for the USA. Comforting to know during the tumultuous Trump Presidency behind the scenes were actual proven merit appointed experts working hard never giving an inch. The adults really were running the country

[Djamel · Rating 1 out of 5]

0,5/5
Reading this despicable, laughable, self-aggrandizing, bootlicker, power hungry, Zionist enslaved, truth-twister character comfort my conviction that a society which produce the likes of Mike Zealot Pompeo should not be entrusted with so much power. Multipolarity is a necessity for the World to save it from this criminal insanity.

[Quincy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible view on foreign policy and keeping America first.

[SoundsPress · Rating 5 out of 5]

Buy "Never Give an Inch: Fighting for the America I Love" Here

"Never Give an Inch: Fighting for the America I Love" by Mike Pompeo is a well-written and thought-provoking account of the former Secretary of State's tenure in the Trump Administration and his commitment to American foreign policy. Throughout the book, Pompeo provides readers with a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the U.S. government and the challenges faced by top-level officials in a constantly changing geopolitical landscape.

In "Never Give an Inch," Pompeo reflects on his time as Secretary of State and the key foreign policy decisions made during his tenure. He provides readers with a comprehensive look at the creation of the Abraham Accords, the defense of religious freedom abroad, and the negotiations with North Korea. He writes candidly about the difficulties faced by top-level officials in balancing American interests with the interests of other nations and the need to maintain a delicate balance to secure U.S. objectives.

Throughout the book, Pompeo's writing style is direct and easy to follow, making the book accessible to a wide audience. He provides insightful analysis of the challenges facing the U.S. in the global arena and offers practical solutions to these challenges. He also tackles controversial topics, such as the U.S. response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the difficulties faced by the American people during this time.
Pompeo's commitment to American values is evident throughout the book. He writes with a sense of patriotism and a deep love for his country, and it is clear that his commitment to his principles and beliefs was unwavering during his time in office. He recounts key moments in his career where he stood up for American values and the American people, even in the face of opposition.

However, it is worth noting that Pompeo's perspective and opinions in the book are not universally accepted or shared. There is a growing body of critique that challenge the validity of his foreign policy decisions and his views on human rights and international relations. Some argue that his policies were self-serving and failed to advance the interests of the United States on the global stage. They point to the lack of progress in negotiations with North Korea and the ongoing human rights abuses in countries like Saudi Arabia as evidence of his shortcomings as a diplomat.

In addition, Pompeo has been criticized for his role in the Trump Administration, which was marked by controversy and division. He has been accused of being a partisan figure, who used his position of power to advance the interests of the Republican party and undermine the credibility of government institutions. Critics argue that his book is an attempt to justify his actions and defend his legacy, rather than provide a balanced and objective account of his time in office.

Therefore, while "Never Give an Inch" provides an interesting and valuable insight into the mind of a former Secretary of State, it is important to consider alternative perspectives and critically evaluate the author's opinions and decisions. It is through a diversity of viewpoints and a commitment to critical inquiry that we can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of American foreign policy and the challenges facing the United States in the global arena.

In conclusion, Mike Pompeo has written a book that is both enlightening and inspiring. It is a testament to his unwavering commitment to his country and his belief in the American dream. "Never Give an Inch" is a valuable contribution to the literature of American diplomacy and a must-read for anyone interested in the future of the United States and its role in the world. For those who seek a deeper understanding of American foreign policy and the challenges faced by top-level officials, this book is a must-read.

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