Author POTUS Unpacked
Author · Researcher · Speaker

Lorraine
Cleary

Your On-Ramp to 250 Years of Presidential history

Her Story

From Technology to the Oval Office

Lorraine Cleary spent more than 35+ years working in technology, solving complex systems problems, managing data, and bringing structure to complicated information. 

What began as a personal research project during an emotionally demanding time eventually grew into POTUS Unpacked: 250 Years of Presidential Highlights, a nonpartisan and accessible guide to every U.S. president from George Washington to Joe Biden.

Her philosophy is straightforward: no political agenda and no partisan framing. The goal is simply to present history with clear context so readers can better understand where the country has been and how those events shape where it is today.

Background at a Glance

35+ Years in Technology Enterprise software & systems
First-Time Author POTUS Unpacked, 2026
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The Book

POTUS Unpacked

"The only thing new in the world is the history you don't know." — Harry S. Truman

American history can feel like a collection of disconnected names, dates, and events. We remember Washington's leadership, Lincoln's assassination, and Roosevelt's fireside chats, but often miss the larger story connecting them all.

POTUS Unpacked brings the American presidency into focus through clear, concise, and balanced snapshots of every president. Rather than overwhelming readers with exhaustive detail, this book highlights the challenges each leader inherited, the decisions they made, and the lasting impact they had on the nation. Together, these presidential stories reveal the broader patterns that have shaped the United States for nearly 250 years.

Designed for curious citizens, students, and lifelong learners, POTUS Unpacked serves as an accessible roadmap to American history. Whether you're looking to better understand current events, fill gaps in your historical knowledge, or gain a deeper appreciation for the presidency, this book provides the context needed to see how the past continues to influence the present.

Inside, you'll discover:

The challenges each president faced upon taking office
The personal backgrounds that shaped their leadership
The major policies and decisions that defined their administrations
The legacies they left behind—both celebrated and controversial

Think of POTUS Unpacked as the greatest hits of presidential history: a practical, engaging guide that connects the dots between America's leaders, their times, and the enduring debates that continue to shape our nation today.

For Media

Media & Speaking Opportunities

Lorraine Cleary is available for podcast interviews, media appearances, speaking engagements, and educational discussions centered on American history, civics, presidential leadership, and the events that have shaped our nation. As the author of POTUS Unpacked: 250 Years of Presidential Highlights, Lorraine brings a unique perspective as a researcher and first-time author who approached presidential history from the viewpoint of a curious citizen rather than a career historian.

Whether discussing presidential firsts, the importance of civic literacy, historical context behind today's political landscape, or practical ways Americans can better understand their nation's history, Lorraine offers engaging, fact-based conversations designed to inform rather than persuade.

Popular Topics Include:

  • Presidential firsts and other interesting facts
  • I'm not a historian and that's exactly why I wrote this book
  • How versed are Americans in civics? And why it matters
  • How historical context helps explain current events
  • The research journey behind POTUS Unpacked
  • Your 3-step on-ramp to quickly come up to speed on presidential history

Interested in booking Lorraine for an interview, podcast, conference, educational event, or media appearance? We'd love to connect.

Work with Lorraine

Interested in a Speaking Engagement or Media Interview?

Lorraine is available for podcasts, panels, book clubs, civic organizations, and media appearances.

Lorraine@potusunpacked.com

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