The Front Runner

Now a major motion picture starring Hugh Jackman, this audiobook recounts the riveting story of Colorado Senator Gary Hart's 1987 political rise and dramatic fall amid a media frenzy. Through detailed reporting, Matt Bai explores how this scandal marked a turning point, transforming political media into a more sensational and tabloid-oriented landscape. The narrative offers a compelling look at how personal privacy and political integrity collided in the public eye.