Constitutional Design and Its Leftist Impacts

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between constitutional design and leftist politics in the U.S. and worldwide, tracing the rise of neoliberalism and the decline of labor power since the 1970s. It highlights how right-wing populism has gained traction amid these crises while addressing the U.S. Constitution's role in shaping political legitimacy and public sentiment. The discussion reveals the complexities of American identity and the historical context of settler colonialism, as well as the influences of ethnonationalist and civic nationalism on contemporary political ideologies.