
Dave Bing
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In Dave Bing, Detroit Free Press sports columnist Drew Sharp chronicles the compelling story of a figure whose sheer will to succeed, refusal to make excuses for setbacks, and efforts to contribute to society set him apart as an anomaly-a man of virtues so rarely found in recent history. His path from Washington D.C. to Syracuse to Detroit is sometimes tumultuous, blazed by hard work, perseverance, and savvy. Much more than the stereotypical tale of celebrity ex-jock who does good, this is a story about a black male who, even as a youngster, determined to conquer whatever challenges came his way.
And now, as mayor of Detroit, Bing encounters perhaps his greatest test of all. Faced with entrenched and power-hungry political foes, a series of failed and corrupt predecessors, a work force ill prepared for today's job market, a staggering city debt, and recent health problems, Bing would appear to have little chance of surviving his office. Both the naysayers and optimists would do well to read the book.
Reviews / Votes
"An unflinching look at a fascinating mayor, who refused to be defined by the athletic shoes he once wore or the safe paths people expected him to take. An eye-opening read."-Mitch Albom, best-selling author and Detroit Free Press columnist
"What Dave has achieved-a great basketball career, success in business, and a prominent political post at a challenging time-speaks to how all athletes should look at, and not limit, themselves. We should always stand for something more than what the box score says about us."
-Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, six-time NBA Most Valuable Player
"Dave Bing's journey from the Basketball Hall of Fame to City Hall is a compelling story with lessons for all of us. His life has spanned one of the most unique and transformative periods of American history. The details of his actions and achievements in the context of the Black experience in Detroit and the United States will inspire and inform readers from all walks of life."
-Kevin Johnson, Mayor of Sacramento, NBA All-Star
"Drew Sharp, a lifelong Detroiter, has followed all of Bing's careers up close. He has skillfully told the story of this unique and compelling American life, with new insight and depth."
-Michael Rosenberg, Sports Illustrated
"The Dave Bing story is an extraordinary take on an extraordinary life."
-Joe Dumars, Hall of Fame NBA star, business entrepreneur, and president of the Detroit Pistons
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A versatile columnist who has developed a national reputation for delivering critical analysis, Sharp has an extensive body of work that reveals a mixture of compelling commentary and character profiles. He once wrote a regular column for USA Today and has appeared frequently as an ESPN contributor on shows such as SportsCenter, Outside the Lines, and Pardon the Interruption. He has also appeared on CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News.
Content
Chapter 1 The Anomaly
Chapter 2 The Start in D.C.
Chapter 3 The College Choice
Chapter 4 The Syracuse Experience
Chapter 5 The Possible Destination
Chapter 6 The Draft
Chapter 7 The Riots
Chapter 8 The Rookie Year
Chapter 9 The Mentor
Chapter 10 The City's Disorders
Chapter 11 The Trade
Chapter 12 The Return
Chapter 13 The (Almost) Deal
Chapter 14 The Boardroom
Chapter 15 The Next Mayor
Chapter 16 The Political Mess
Chapter 17 The Speech
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