The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis

Discuss some of the ways in which the Situation Room was helpful for presidents in dealing with crises. How did The Situation Room help to resolve a crisis or manage it?

Conversely, discuss some of the ways in which the Situation Room was not helpful for presidents in dealing with crises. What are some of the limitations of The Situation Room?

Provide an analysis of the technological changes that took place in the Situation Room over six decades. How does Stephanopoulos depict the changing role of technology in governance?

How does Stephanopoulos use the Situation Room as a means of praising or critiquing various presidents? Which presidents does he praise, and why? Which does he criticize?

Analyze how key events in The Situation Room reflected wider geopolitical contexts. How does Stephanopoulos examine the links between international affairs and decision-making in The Situation Room?

Stephanopoulos is currently a journalist. Which journalistic or literary techniques does he use in The Situation Room? What are the benefits or drawbacks of using such techniques in a work of nonfiction?

Describe some of the characteristics that might be required for Situation Room duty officers. How does Stephanopoulos portray their role and wider significance throughout the book?

How does Stephanopoulos use The Situation Room to illustrate certain aspects of a president’s leadership style?