Joshua M. Glasser

About the Author

Joshua M. Glasser is a historian and author whose work delves into the turbulent undercurrents of American political history, with a keen eye for the human drama behind major events. Drawing from extensive archival research and personal interviews, he uncovers the intricacies of campaigns that shaped the nation's trajectory. In his acclaimed debut book, The Eighteen-Day Running Mate: McGovern, Eagleton, and a Campaign in Crisis, Glasser vividly recounts the chaotic 1972 presidential bid, revealing how a single vice-presidential pick unraveled George McGovern's challenge to Richard Nixon. A former journalist and political analyst, Glasser brings a narrative flair to his scholarship, making complex historical moments accessible and engaging for readers interested in the fragility of democracy.