Republican Character examines the role of temperament, personality, character, and leadership ability in political success. Donald T. Critchlow compares the strengths and weaknesses of four key Republicans-Richard Nixon, Nelson Rockefeller, Barry Goldwater, and Ronald Reagan-as well as the uneasy alliances that arose between them.

Introduction. Presidential Character, Politics, and Power
Chapter 1. Richard Nixon: The Disillusioned Idealist
Chapter 2. Nelson Rockefeller: Ambition and Appetite
Chapter 3. Idealism Betrayed, Opportunity Denied: Nixon and Rockefeller Compared
Chapter 4. Barry Goldwater: Undisciplined Individualist
Chapter 5. Ronald Reagan: Principled Pragmatist
Chapter 6. Uneasy Allies: Goldwater and Reagan Compared
Epilogue. Voters and Leaders in Disarray
Notes
Index
Acknowledgments