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Published Oct 2007
400 pages
Genre: Biography/Memoir
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When Vicente Fox swept into office in 2000, he broke the dictatorial one-party rule that had strangled Mexico for over seventy years. A native son of Mexico, grandson of immigrants from the United States and Spain, Fox worked his way from ranch hand and truck driver to the youngest CEO in the history of Coca-Cola. His political rise from precinct worker to world leader was equally swift. As president, Vicente Fox steered Mexico’s fragile young democracy through turbulent times, ushering in six years of economic stability and reform in health care, education, and housing, with increased freedom of the press. His presidency also reduced poverty and tackled corruption.
"Fox is candid in the book and opens up about the controversial moments of his political career. However, the book reveals less about Fox than about his hopeful vision for the world." - PW.
"Cynics looking for PR spin may be surprised by this book, which is driven by Fox's undeniable raconteurial skills and his keen eye for drama. " - Kirkus Reviews.
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Fox served as President of Mexico for six years. He now lives in Guanajuato in the central highlands of Mexico with his wife and family. Since leaving office, he has been involved in public speaking and the construction of the Vincente Fox Center of Studies, Library and Museum also known as Foxilandia.
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