CNN’S DANA BASH ON HER NEW BOOK: THE ELECTIONS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

CNN's chief political correspondent Dana Bash recently released a book titled "The Elections That Changed the World." On "The Scott Jennings Show," Dana discusses the 15 pivotal elections she and co-author David Fisher selected, spanning from Julius Caesar to Nelson Mandela. The book explores elections that not only transformed their respective eras but also had lasting global impacts. Dana highlights how some elections, like Martin Luther King Jr.'s informal selection to lead the Montgomery bus boycott, had profound ripple effects despite being small in scale. The conversation also touches on the 2016 U.S. presidential election, which Dana believes altered her approach to reporting by teaching her to trust and deeply consider what voters convey. The show features an in-depth look at Ronald Reagan's 1966 California gubernatorial race, which redefined conservatism in America. Dana also reflects on the rise of anti-Semitism and its impact on journalism, emphasizing the importance of maintaining objectivity while acknowledging personal identity. The book is available in bookstores and on Amazon.