For Whom the Dogs Spy ─ Haiti: From the Duvalier Dictatorships to the Earthquake, Four Presidents, and Beyond

When the catastrophic 2010 earthquake hit, Raymond Joseph, Haitian ambassador to the United States, assumed tremendous responsibility. The earthquake ignited a passion in Joseph, inspiring him to run for president against two well-known pop stars. For Whom the Dogs Spy delves into the complexity of Haitian politics from the 1950s to today and tackles the US involvement in Haitian government. As we approach a controversial Haitian election in 2015, Joseph, who has served four presidents, argues that the renewed political presence of formerly exiled Presidents Jean-Bertrand Aristide and Jean-Claude Duvalier in Haiti is cause for concern. Joseph explores the unfolding democracy throughout Haitian history and its impact on the nation, and he warns against the rise of a new dictatorship.

For Whom the Dogs Spy unearths the hidden stories of Haiti’s cruel dictators, focusing on the tyranny of “Papa Doc,” who used the legend of voodoo to bewitch the country into fearing him. Joseph recounts his own terrifying experiences while infiltrating the Duvalier regime to take down the dictatorship. Providing decades of political knowledge, Joseph reveals the truth about Presidents Jean Bertrand Aristide and Rene Preval.

For Whom the Dogs Spy challenges common misconceptions about Haiti. Through Joseph’s thrilling work, readers will be surprised at how important the country of Haiti has been to America. Raymond Joseph has lived through it all and writes a compelling contemporary look at Haitian history and government.

Raymond A. Joseph was a reporter at the Wall Street Journal for fourteen years. He has worked in international affairs for decades, serving as both the Haitian charge d’affaires and ambassador. He has collaborated closely with major political figures including Ronald Reagan, Rudy Giuliani, the Bushes, and the Obama administration. Joseph lives in New York.