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Nostalgia and Grievance in Politics
This chapter analyzes the political dynamics surrounding figures like Dick Cheney and George W. Bush, focusing on the interplay of nostalgia, class dynamics, and contemporary political rhetoric. It critiques the slogan 'Make America Great Again' and explores how certain demographics are mobilized by a desire to return to perceived past prosperity while overlooking the challenges faced by marginalized groups.