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Robert B. Charles

National Spokesman, AMAC

AMAC Staff Writing since 2019 @Bobby4Maine Website

1,599

Articles published

Years with AMAC

Topics covered

Aug 25, 2026

Background

Robert Charles is a former Assistant Secretary of State under Colin Powell, former Reagan and Bush 41 White House staffer, Maine attorney, ten-year naval intelligence officer (USNR), and 25-year businessman. He wrote “Narcotics and Terrorism” (2003), “Eagles and Evergreens” (North Country Press, 2018), and “Cherish America: Stories of Courage, Character, and Kindness” (Tower Publishing, 2024). He is the National Spokesman for AMAC. Today, he is running to be Maine’s next Governor (please visit BobbyforMaine.com to learn more)!

Credentials

Areas of expertise

U.S. foreign policy and national securityCounter-narcotics and international law enforcementAmerican politics and governmentLeadership, character, and American history

Credentials

Former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (October 2003 - March 2005)
Reagan White House staffer (1981-1983)
Deputy Associate Director, Office of Domestic Policy, George H.W. Bush White House (1992-1993)
Staff Director and Chief Counsel, U.S. House Subcommittee on National Security, International Affairs, and Criminal Justice (1995-1999)
Naval intelligence officer, U.S. Navy Reserve (1998-2009)
President and Managing Member, The Charles Group, LLC
Author of 'Narcotics and Terrorism' (2003), 'Eagles and Evergreens' (North Country Press, 2018), and 'Cherish America: Stories of Courage, Character, and Kindness' (Tower Publishing, 2024)
Maine attorney
Candidate for Governor of Maine, 2026 election

Education

B.A. — Dartmouth College (1982)
M.A., Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Keasbey Scholarship) — New College, Oxford (1984)
J.D. — Columbia Law School (1987)

Editorial standards

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1,599 articles

Politics

Stubborn Facts and Democrats

Facts are stubborn things. As Democrats deny reality, President Trump embraces it—restoring freedom, enforcing law, and standing up for America's founding truths.

Dec 12, 2025

Old Greek Guys…and Jefferson

What can ancient Greek thinkers like Plato teach modern Americans? A lot. Especially about reason, virtue, and preserving the republic. Here’s how.

Dec 11, 2025

The Noble Whistleblower

Whistleblowers are vital to exposing government waste and corruption. Here's how their courage restores accountability—and why we need more of them today.

Dec 10, 2025

Travel & Lifestyle

Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America honors veterans each December with millions of Christmas wreaths at Arlington and across the nation. Here’s why it matters.

Dec 9, 2025

Travel & Lifestyle

The Infamy Speech

On December 8, 1941, FDR delivered his unforgettable “Infamy Speech,” marking America’s entry into WWII. Here’s what really happened and why it mattered.

Dec 8, 2025

Faith

If…We Can Remember

Rereading Kipling’s “If” reveals timeless wisdom on patience, courage, risk, and integrity. Its message still inspires—and challenges—us today.

Dec 5, 2025

Politics

Communism. Is It Here? You Tell Me.

Is communism creeping into America? A former Soviet traveler reflects on signs of rising authoritarianism, urging Americans to recognize the warning signs.

Dec 4, 2025

Politics

Ending Blue State Corruption

Maine’s government is facing serious public corruption allegations, from blocked audits to election violations. Voters must demand accountability.

Dec 3, 2025

Elections

Winning Elections – The 2026 Blueprint

Democrats dominated early and absentee voting in 2025. The GOP must adapt fast — or lose. Here's the blueprint to turn it around before 2026.

Dec 2, 2025

Travel & Lifestyle

Dearth of Human Words

In 1914, Ernest Shackleton set out to cross Antarctica—but when the Endurance was trapped in ice, a legendary survival story began to unfold.

Dec 1, 2025

Bill of Rights and Respect

Most Americans cannot name the rights in the First Amendment—let alone understand that all rights depend on mutual respect. Our Republic hangs in the balance.

Nov 28, 2025