Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning

Discuss the importance of integrity in political life as portrayed in Oath and Honor. How does Cheney present her principles and their effect on her political career and relationships within the Republican Party?

Analyze the role of media in shaping public perception of the events of January 6. How does Cheney address the challenge of misinformation and its impact on American democracy?

Compare the political divide witnessed during the Trump presidency, as depicted in the book, to another historical period of intense political polarization in the United States. What lessons can be drawn about navigating such divides?

Trace the transformation of the Republican Party over the years, leading up to the events described in Oath and Honor. What does Cheney’s perspective add to the discussion of this evolution?

Explore the conflict between personal beliefs and public duty as experienced by Cheney and other key figures in the book. How do these conflicts reflect broader tensions within the political landscape?

Evaluate the ethical dilemmas faced by politicians in Oath and Honor when it comes to making compromises. Is there a point at which compromise becomes a betrayal of one’s principles?

Examine the long-term implications of the January 6 attack on the Capitol for American democracy. What does Cheney’s account reveal about the strengths and vulnerabilities of democratic institutions?

Discuss how the book reveals the influence of Cheney’s family background and legacy, particularly her relationship with her father, Dick Cheney, on her book’s message and style. Analyze unconscious as well as conscious influence.