What Happened - With a New Afterword

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This #1 New York Times bestseller and Time's Nonfiction Book of the Year is Hillary Rodham Clinton’s most personal memoir, reflecting on the tumultuous 2016 presidential election. In this “candid and blackly funny” account, she shares her thoughts and feelings during a historic campaign marked by rage, sexism, and unexpected twists, including Russian interference. As the first woman nominated for president by a major party, Clinton describes the emotional challenges of running against Donald Trump, the mistakes she made, and how she coped with her shocking loss. She reveals the rituals, relationships, and reading that helped her regain strength and what the experience taught her about resilience. This “feminist manifesto” addresses the scrutiny faced by strong women in politics, highlighting the double standards regarding voice, age, and appearance. Offering a “bracing... guide to our political arena,” the memoir outlines the unprecedented assault on democracy during the election and emphasizes the need for Americans to understand these forces to protect their values. The story concludes with a new epilogue, detailing how Clinton confronted her fears in the Trump Era while finding hope in civic activism, women running for office, and youth engagement.