SOURCE: A review of Adam by Adam, in The New York Times Book Review, November 7, 1971, pp. 4, 16, 18.

An educator and critic, Kilson is author of Political Change in a West African State (1966). In the following review, he argues that Powell does not assess himself rigorously enough in Adam by Adam.

Simeon Booker on Powell's Political Achievements and Career:

The legacy of Adam's five-year chairmanship [of the Education and Labor Committee] is passage of 60 pieces of legislation, involving billions of dollars for anti-poverty, federal aid to education, minimum wage and social security measures, plus countless others. He was a "no play" chairman when it came to formulating laws, holding hearings and processing legislation. "He was phenomenal," said a staff member. "He was the commander-in-chief and everybody knew it. Anytime Powell showed up, he was prepared, and he expected the same thing from his staff. No one ever questioned his ability...