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  “Tim Mellon is a maverick entrepreneur who embodies the most admirable qualities of what FDR called ‘American Industrial genius.’”—Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.   “In these times of political division, is there really a person who donated tens of millions to Republican candidates, including Donald Trump, and then also donated to help Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez get into Congress? Is there someone who gave more than $50-million to build the border wall opposed by Democrats, and then also gave substantial support to Democratic candidates? These pages reveal Tim Mellon’s open-mindedness in action—and show that it’s possible to resist tribalism.”—Gavin de Becker, bestselling author The Gift of Fear   “Tim Mellon’s revealing memoir is the bone honest, remarkable story of a remarkable man. PAN AM captain, highly successful industrialist, maverick and powerful philanthropist, this private and independent thinker has given us the first detailed look at his fascinating life and loyalties.”—Nick Lyons, author of Fire in the Straw   “The captivating story of a visionary entrepreneur who has fearlessly carved his own path and shaped industries while advocating for his distinctive vision in the political sphere.”—David A. Stockman, New York Times bestselling author The Great Money Bubble and Trump’s War on Capitalism   “With wry humor and wisdom, Mellon shares life lessons: ‘One must stand up for one’s beliefs, no matter the odds and the deck stacked against you,’ and ‘Freedom is not free. A lesson we must remember over and over lest we become complacent.’ By his example, Mellon inspires us that one person can make a positive difference.”—Mary Holland, JD, research scholar, NYU School of Law “From his astute investments to his bold ventures, Mellon’s journey exemplifies the spirit of innovation and resilience that defines America. He is a pioneering force who embodies the essence of entrepreneurship.”—S. Scott Stewart, Found & CEO of Capitol Seniors Housing   

Timothy Mellon is an American businessman and was the chairman and owner of Pan Am Systems, a rail transport, airline, manufacturing and energy, and real estate corporation formerly known as Guilford Transportation Industries, until 2022. The grandson of Andrew Mellon, and the son of Paul Mellon and Mary Conover Brown, Timothy Mellon was trustee of the Andew W. Mellon Foundation for twenty-one years until 2002. He moved from Connecticut to Wyoming, where he currently resides, in 2005.