LBJ’S MORTAL WOUND: THE DON REYNOLDS STORY, a powerful new memoir by Robert Nelson, uncovers a riveting family history intertwined with a gripping political investigation. Centered on the events surrounding President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, the book examines allegations of political corruption involving then-Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Based on classified White House recordings, unpublished archival material, and private family records, the book sheds light on whistleblower Don B. Reynolds — Nelson’s uncle — who came forward with testimony implicating LBJ in bribery and kickbacks. His courageous stand took place the same day JFK was killed, yet the testimony was swiftly buried, overshadowed by national mourning and political interests.
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Robert Caro noted the gravity of Reynolds’ actions, stating, “LBJ’s world was to come crashing down, Reynolds was giving them these documents.”
Rather than indulging in speculation, LBJ’S MORTAL WOUND offers well-documented insight into a hidden chapter of American history. It highlights how a Senate inquiry, aided by media reports such as a concurrent Life Magazine exposé, was quietly suppressed—redirecting the trajectory of public accountability in government.
More than a political exposé, the memoir is a deeply personal narrative exploring themes of truth, betrayal, and moral conviction. It offers new revelations about Johnson’s presidency, the shadowy politics of the 1960s, and the enduring relevance of whistleblowers in today’s world.
Key Features:
- Firsthand Family Testimony: Written by the nephew of whistleblower Don Reynolds, who directly witnessed the impact of revealing presidential misconduct.
- Historic Revelations: Features insights from LBJ’s private recordings, including his candid admission: “If I open up, I’m going to jail.”
- Behind the Cover-Up: Chronicles how Reynolds’ Senate testimony was deliberately suppressed and LBJ’s power protected.
- Contemporary Relevance: A timely reminder of the value of integrity and the risks faced by those who challenge the powerful.
LBJ’S MORTAL WOUND is currently available for purchase through major online retailers or directly from the author at rrhfnel@aol.com.
About the Author
Robert Nelson holds academic degrees in economics and international management and has spent decades researching his uncle’s testimony and
the surrounding political climate. LBJ’S MORTAL WOUND is his debut work and a tribute to a story that refused to stay buried.
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