Synopsis The writer formerly known as "Anonymous" offers his second political roman a clef, this time focusing on Charlie Martin, Jack Stanton's "hippie Vietnam vet" opponent in PRIMARY COLORS. Modeled after real-life senators John McCain, Bob Kerrey, and John Kerry, Charlie fights a radio talk show loudmouth, reunites with his Amerasian son, and falls in love with an opinionated swimsuit designer while making a difficult run for senatorial re-election.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 2000-12-01 |
Industry Reviews "...[THE RUNNING MATE] simultaneously rings true and feels completely original. Removed from all the gimmickry and controversy, Klein reveals himself to be a brilliant political portraitist, one who can paint not only in primary colors but also in more complicated shades." Fretts
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