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When he was appointed ambassador to Fiji, M. Osman Siddique imagined waving the U.S. flag with one hand while holding a piña colada in the other. How could he have known the dream job would land him in the middle of a paramilitary coup? It's just one more enthralling chapter in the remarkable life of a Bangladeshi immigrant who came to the United States to find the American dream. And find it, he did. First as a hugely successful entrepreneur, and then as America's first serving Muslim ambassador. Through it all, he gained an appreciation for the U.S. unique to those who come to the country from elsewhere, an appreciation for the freedoms established by the Founding Fathers and guaranteed by the Constitution--""The miracle of America."" Leaps of Faith: An Immigrant's Odyssey of Struggle, Success, and Service to his Country is the delightful memoir of a man humbled by the possibilities of his new land and by the opportunities he discovered--in business, in love, in family, and, ultimately, in government service. Ambassador Siddique reflects on his past, and looks to the future--his future and the future of America. In the turbulent seas of our times, can America continue to be the beacon of hope for the world that it was to him?

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What shines forth the brightest in this memoir is Osman's unwavering faith--in himself, in his community, and, most assuredly, in his country. --President Bill Clinton Ambassador Siddique has written an extraordinary book about his extraordinary life. America is much better for his having immigrated here and served his country so ably. --David M. Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Chairman, Carlyle Group As someone who has known Ambassador Siddique for many years, I found his book to be powerful and memorable. His is the ultimate immigrant success story. The Ambassador's life is a true testament to the best this country has to offer. --Former Governor of Virginia Terry McAuliffe Sometimes it takes the eyes of others to see ourselves clearly. Ambassador Osman Siddique in this concise work reminds us of America's best traits while not ignoring our shortcomings. His journey to the United States as a young man from a war-torn nation to become a successful American businessman, then an ambassador representing this country during a violent coup is told in a straightforward, perceptive, and engaging manner. He rounds out his memoir with sensible advice on the challenges that America faces. Immigrants enrich the United States in countless ways, and Ambassador Siddique's story of one immigrant's journey is another fine contribution. --Admiral (retd.) Dennis C. Blair, former Director of National Intelligenceand former Commander-in-Chief, PACOM Osman Siddique's memoir is a lively and well written account of his journey to the American Dream; a journey that took him from his childhood in Bangladesh to a successful career as an entrepreneur in the United States, and then representing the country as U.S. ambassador to Fiji. It's quite a ride and a fascinating read. --Peter Bergen, Vice President of New America, author, journalist, and national commentator on security issues. His latest book is Trump and his Generals.

"""What shines forth the brightest in this memoir is Osman's unwavering faith--in himself, in his community, and, most assuredly, in his country."" --President Bill Clinton ""Ambassador Siddique has written an extraordinary book about his extraordinary life. America is much better for his having immigrated here and served his country so ably."" --David M. Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Chairman, Carlyle Group ""As someone who has known Ambassador Siddique for many years, I found his book to be powerful and memorable. His is the ultimate immigrant success story. The Ambassador's life is a true testament to the best this country has to offer."" --Former Governor of Virginia Terry McAuliffe ""Sometimes it takes the eyes of others to see ourselves clearly. Ambassador Osman Siddique in this concise work reminds us of America's best traits while not ignoring our shortcomings. His journey to the United States as a young man from a war-torn nation to become a successful American businessman, then an ambassador representing this country during a violent coup is told in a straightforward, perceptive, and engaging manner. He rounds out his memoir with sensible advice on the challenges that America faces. Immigrants enrich the United States in countless ways, and Ambassador Siddique's story of one immigrant's journey is another fine contribution."" --Admiral (retd.) Dennis C. Blair, former Director of National Intelligenceand former Commander-in-Chief, PACOM ""Osman Siddique's memoir is a lively and well written account of his journey to the American Dream; a journey that took him from his childhood in Bangladesh to a successful career as an entrepreneur in the United States, and then representing the country as U.S. ambassador to Fiji. It's quite a ride and a fascinating read."" --Peter Bergen, Vice President of New America, author, journalist, and national commentator on security issues. His latest book is Trump and his Generals."

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