Presented By: Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
The Strategist: Brent Scowcroft and the Call of National Security
Author Talk: Bartholomew Sparrow
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library welcomes University of Texas –Austin Professor Bartholomew Sparrow to give a talk on his new book, The Strategist: Brent Scowcroft and the Call of National Security.
This insightful book focused on the role General Brent Scowcroft played in shaping foreign policy across multiple administrations both as National Security Advisor and in other roles. Sparrow argues that while many thought of Scowcroft simply as a policymaker, he was actually a strategic operator. Sparrow points out that while Scowcroft operated largely out of the public eye, President Ford relied on him as his most trusted foreign policy advisor while Henry Kissinger considered him a full partner.
Sparrow notes that Scowcroft not only shaped the policy process in administrations he advised and served, he also left an enduring legacy as a model National Security Advisor. This legacy is rooted in Scowcroft’s ability to keep his eye on the ball, his objectiveness, his curiosity, his drive, and his propensity to constantly grow. As a strategist, Sparrow ultimately concludes that Scowcroft was unique in that he combined skilled coordination with shrewd strategic thinking and possessed the operational skills necessary to bear strategy out.
Free Admission; Free Parking; Book sales/signing and reception follow program.
This insightful book focused on the role General Brent Scowcroft played in shaping foreign policy across multiple administrations both as National Security Advisor and in other roles. Sparrow argues that while many thought of Scowcroft simply as a policymaker, he was actually a strategic operator. Sparrow points out that while Scowcroft operated largely out of the public eye, President Ford relied on him as his most trusted foreign policy advisor while Henry Kissinger considered him a full partner.
Sparrow notes that Scowcroft not only shaped the policy process in administrations he advised and served, he also left an enduring legacy as a model National Security Advisor. This legacy is rooted in Scowcroft’s ability to keep his eye on the ball, his objectiveness, his curiosity, his drive, and his propensity to constantly grow. As a strategist, Sparrow ultimately concludes that Scowcroft was unique in that he combined skilled coordination with shrewd strategic thinking and possessed the operational skills necessary to bear strategy out.
Free Admission; Free Parking; Book sales/signing and reception follow program.
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