Prez Day Special: How Neoliberals Paved the Way for MAGA (G&R 362)
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The Rise of the Imperial Presidency
This chapter explores the evolution of political power in the United States, focusing on the concept of the 'Imperial presidency' and the intensifying influence of neoliberalism. It critiques the historical shift of the Democratic Party to the right since the 1990s, examining the implications of significant policies like NAFTA and deregulation under Clinton. The discussion also contrasts the executive actions of Trump with the hesitant responses of contemporary Democratic leaders to authoritarianism and the resulting societal impacts.
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