Melania by Melania Trump review – a blame-dodging masterclass
Ex-first lady strategically avoids many key subjects in memoir seemingly at odds with Republican party
Melania Trump’s eponymously titled memoir is a 180-page exercise in buck-passing and blame-dodging. The former US first lady blames staffers for plagiarizing Michelle Obama; repeatedly stresses her love for her husband despite professing to abhor lying liars who lie; and declares abortion a fundamental right, without pausing to consider Donald Trump’s role in attacking it via the US supreme court.
Melania is by no means an exhaustive read, but it does leave the reader asking why she has chosen to bare her soul just weeks before the election. Or whether Kamala Harris might more accurately channel her policy preferences than her husband, the Republican nominee yet again.
Melania is published in the US by Skyhorse
Continue reading...Date: | |
Tag: | Donald Trump |
-
Politics - The Hill
Melania Trump on government trust: 'That's a little bit tricky'
Former first lady Melania Trump, days after her memoir was released, reflected on her upbringing in Slovenia and discussed the concept of trust in a new interview. When asked to define the word ...20 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Root and Brook masterclass was a beautiful warning about Test cricket’s end days | Barney Ronay
Their partnership was staggering but it can’t hide that all the talent and money is being bent now towards the churn of interchangeable franchise cricket. Et in Arcadia ego. One of the most ...Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Review: QB Allen properly checked for concussion
A review by the NFL and the players association has concluded that Bills quarterback Josh Allen was properly evaluated for a concussion during last week's game against the Texans.23 hours ago - NFL -
Tech - Wired
9 Best Sunscreens, WIRED Tested and Reviewed
We spent all summer road-testing sunscreen, from mineral and chemical to tinted and spray versions. These are our top picks in each category.22 hours ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Review: Surrounded by beauty, the world mysteriously unravels in 'The Universal Theory'
Shot in crisp black-and-white and replete with the atmosphere of 1960s modernism, director Timm Kröger's whatsit will appeal to fans of classic art-house cinema.Yesterday -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Review: A documentary giant turns his camera on an American shame in 'Separated'
Though lacking key interviews from policymakers, Errol Morris' documentary eviscerates the Trump administration's separation policies at the southern border.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Officials miss replay review call on Seahawks fumble for stunning reason
Replay officials seemed to miss an obvious call in the 49ers-Seahawks game on Thursday.2 days ago -
Tech - Wired
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus (Gen 5) Review: A Windows and Android Hybrid
This hybrid Windows/Android 2-in-1 mashup is cool, expensive, and confusing.23 hours ago
More from The Guardian
-
World - The Guardian
Middle East live: Netanyahu urges UN to move peacekeepers from combat areas in Lebanon
Call from the Israeli prime minister follows outrage over several attacks by his forces on peacekeeping troops. See all our coverage of the Israel-Gaza war Iran has “no red lines” when it ...40 minutes ago - United Nations -
World - The Guardian
BHP to face 620,000 claimants in Mariana dam collapse trial in London
Claimants seeking damages from Anglo-Australian mining company over 2015 environmental disaster in Brazil. The mother of a seven-year-old boy who was torn from the arms of his grandmother and ...2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Vengeful’ Trump withheld disaster aid and will do so again, ex-officials warn
Former administration officials say Trump deliberately denied funds to states he deemed politically hostile. Donald Trump deliberately withheld disaster aid to states he deemed politically hostile ...2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Russia and China accused of blocking Asean statement due to dispute over South China Sea
Russian foreign minister says final declaration not adopted because of attempts by US, Japan, South Korea, Australia and NZ ‘to turn it into a purely political statement’. Russia and China blocked ...8 hours ago - China -
World - The Guardian
Christopher Columbus may have been Spanish and Jewish, documentary says
Claim raises idea explorer was from community expelled by his Spanish patrons, but experts view it with caution. A 20-year genetic investigation of the remains of Christopher Columbus has turned ...1 hour ago