Part of my goal in writing A Promised Land was to share my experience as President in promoting and advancing our shared international goals like increased freedom, human rights, and a mutual understanding of one another. For a long time, in many parts of the world, we’ve been on a trajectory of progress in these areas. But we’ve got to realize that democracy, better educational attainment, and rising prospects, especially for women—these things are not predestined. So I also wanted the book to

OFFICIAL TRAILER of Season One of THE PROMISED LAND, beginning October 1 on Youtube. Moses and the Hebrews are fresh out of Egypt and adjusting to their new freedom—with all the chaos of a fledgling start-up. With Red Sea miracles behind them and 40 years of wandering ahead, the people grapple with doubt, bickering, and bizarre wilderness problems—from complaints about manna to doing laundry in the river. Alongside Miriam, Aaron, and Joshua, Moses tries to keep the group moving forward while que