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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

Faith

America - 10 Rules, Good to Great

Ten timeless rules reveal how individuals—and America—move from good to great, guided by values like courage, gratitude, and accountability.

Apr 8, 2025

Travel & Lifestyle

Vince Lombardi's Grit

Vince Lombardi’s life proves that leadership is more than wins—it's about grit, faith, and the power to inspire against all odds.

Apr 7, 2025

Security Clearances and Democrat Hypocrisy

A former Naval Intelligence Officer exposes Senate Democrats’ double standards on secure communications and national security.

Apr 4, 2025

Politics

President Trump, Governor Mills, and Tree Rot

A grateful salute to Mr. President for restoring truth, exposing failed leadership in Maine, and standing with hardworking, values-driven Americans.

Apr 3, 2025

Politics

DOGE – Long Live Accountability

Elon Musk isn’t firing federal workers solo — he’s advising DOGE, a Reagan-style effort to cut waste. Trump’s in charge. The Constitution stands.

Apr 2, 2025

Politics

Reforming “Bail Reform” – It is Time

Maine’s public safety crisis demands action. Failed bail reform must be reversed to restore accountability and order.

Apr 1, 2025

Politics

Today’s NPR – Not Worth One Public Nickel

An NPR editor exposed bias, prompting Congress to question its $60M funding and calls to end taxpayer support.

Mar 31, 2025

Travel & Lifestyle

Campfire Wonder

As the ice thins and spring nears, we gather by the firepit—warming hands, sharing laughs, and letting our minds wander.

Mar 28, 2025

Faith

America is Not an Accident

America is not an accident. Its freedoms were built on sacrifice, courage, and resilience—and it's up to us to help the next generation understand why that matters.

Mar 27, 2025