Almost Persuaded is author Nancy Hall's seventh book, a collection comprising twelve of her essays, commentaries, and short stories, a collection which vividly paints a picture of the world around her based upon her keen observations and her sometimes difficult life experiences. In her essay "The Hidden Dirt Uncovered," she takes to task political candidates for the way they try to sweet talk and exploit black people to get these people's votes; and she warns such candidates that "they are going to hell if they don't follow the laws in the Bible. There is no fire escape down...