In his election advice to his brother Marcus Quintus Cicero shows himself to be a master
political strategist with a clear understanding of opposition research organization and
turnout (though a little weak on message). Fresh lively and sharp this primer provides
timeless counsel and a great read for the modern political practitioner.--Karl Rove former
deputy chief of staff and senior advisor to President George W. Bush Given the lowly state of
politics these days this ancient Roman handbook on electioneering shows how little has
changed. Freeman has done a masterful job of bringing this delightful text into the modern
day--so masterful that one might think it was actually a spoof.--Gary Hart former U.S. senator
Loaded with down-and-dirty advice on how to sway voters and win office in ancient Rome this
practical campaign handbook offers shameless hints for political hopefuls of any era: making
and breaking promises networking and calling in favors spreading rumors appealing to special
interests speechifying pressing the flesh and more. Wickedly funny astute and
timeless!--Adrienne Mayor author of The Poison King: The Life and Legend of Mithradates
Rome's Deadliest Enemy
