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LaHood's memoir reflects on reaching beyond political lines

Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Peoria Congressman Ray LaHood’s new book is being released today during an interview with Judy Woodruff at Public Television Station WTVP. 

 

The Republican’s book is titled “Seeking Bipartisanship: My Life in Politics” and was written with Frank Mackaman. LaHood served 14 years in Congress before being named U.S. Transportation Secretary during President Obama’s first term.  

Peoria Public Radio’s Tanya Koonce talked with LaHood about his political memoir and the resonance it holds: 

 

LaHood is doing a live interview at WTVP with Judy Woodruff tonight at 7:00. Tickets are still available and it’s also being streamed live on the Newshour Website.