That’s exactly how Wead describes Priebus’ role in the Trump victory. It really changed my perception of Priebus. He was in the trenches and bucking the entire GOPe establishment at the same time. He’s made of much sterner stuff than I’d ever imagined.
I’ve pointed those things out about Reince Priebus on various occasions months ago here at FR, so I’m glad to hear that Wead, a professional historian, has preserved that in print. And, hopefully, the open-minded or at least the curious who want to know more will learn from it. I might pick up a copy of Wead’s book. It’s hard to believe the election is already going down in the history books. And even better, they’re not all anti-Trump hit jobs.