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In on his own terms, richard norton smith recreates rockefellers improbable rise to the governors mansion, his politically disastrous divorce and remarriage, and his often surprising relationships with presidents and political leaders from fdr to henry kissinger. Biography and booking information for richard norton smith, historian who specializes in us presidents. Contact all american speakers bureau to inquire about speaking fees and availability, and book the best keynote speaker for your next event. More recently, richard norton smith has started taking people on tours of presidential sites. He is the 2001 national fingerstyle guitar champion. Richard smith tour dates 2020 richard smith concert. Profile eminent political historian richard norton smith is the author of the new biography, on his own terms.
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