Lee Atwater was a brilliant spin doctor. It was seen throughout the entire documentary that his entire life revolved around the way that he responded to the media and I think that is what made him such a big figure during his time. Although I did not agree with his beliefs I can respect his ability when it came to campaigns. He had techniques that always resulted in victory.
I think that the documentary gave great insight into his personality and what his life was life. During the film, when they said that once he got sick it had to be very difficult for him that no one seemed to care or talk about him anymore. I think that shows the true color of politics. When he was in the medias face obviously everyone was talking about him, but once he became weaker and more quiet he was not the main topic of discussion. I don't think I would have thought of that if the documentary didn't bring that aspect up.
The entire film came full circle, when at the end they state that they found Lee's bible after he had passed away still in the wrap when he had first bought it. This was so powerful because toward the end of his life he was telling people that he had turned to the Bible and was looking into different faiths and passages in order to help him create an understanding for an after life. When in reality he was just being a spin doctor up until his last breath. This documentary gave great insight into the story of Lee Atwater and was really well done.
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