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Robert B. Charles

National Spokesman, AMAC

AMAC Staff Writing since 2019 @Bobby4Maine Website

1,642

Articles published

Years with AMAC

Topics covered

Oct 23, 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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1,642 articles

Politics

Presidential Debates – 1980 and 2024

Reagan’s leadership and authenticity in 1980 outweighed Carter’s debate skills—a reminder that vision often matters more than debate performance.

Sep 16, 2024

Politics

Older Muslim-Americans – Are Not Democrats

Many conservative Muslim-Americans are rejecting modern Democrat policies, embracing traditional values and cooperation across religious divides.

Sep 13, 2024

Politics

Mystery Factor – Credible Leadership

The presidential race hinges on credible leadership. Voters are tired of manipulation and seek authentic, inspiring leaders.

Sep 12, 2024

National Security

Cannot Bolt A Door With a Boiled Carrot

Rural America faces a fentanyl surge as law enforcement weakens. Overdose deaths are rising, and urgent support for police is needed.

Sep 11, 2024

Politics

Big Tech, Harris, and Plain Talk

Big Tech’s bias for Harris is clear, shaping public perception in her favor while sidelining Trump and ignoring her missteps.

Sep 10, 2024

Politics

Society – Not Guns – Is Our Problem

A tragic school shooting highlights the need for focusing on respect, responsibility, and mental health rather than solely on gun restrictions.

Sep 9, 2024

AMAC Yesteryear

Real Leaders - Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt's leadership qualities, his enduring impact on American identity, and his advocacy for action over rhetoric shaped a true leader's legacy.

Sep 6, 2024

Politics

The Harris-Walz Mystery

Addressing the 'Harris-Walz Mystery,' why do many intelligent individuals overlook crucial leadership evaluations and the profound implications of their political choices?

Sep 5, 2024

Politics

Lawfare Forever and No Supreme Court

The pressing concerns of potential legal abuses and threats to the Supreme Court's integrity under a Harris-Walz administration show profound implications for the Republic’s future.

Sep 4, 2024

Elections

Hoary Harris' Mush-Gush Show

A critique of Harris and Walz's recent press conference, likened to an SNL skit for its lack of sincerity and coherence, highlighting their inconsistent stances on key political issues.

Sep 3, 2024