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Daniel Bessner – Trump's Triumph and Liberalism's Failure

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Skepticism and the Future of Liberalism

This chapter critiques the Democratic Party's disconnect from contemporary voters and the skepticism surrounding technological solutions for climate change. It explores the complexities of American political culture, emphasizing how economic anxieties and identity politics complicate the formation of a unified working-class coalition. Additionally, it examines historical failures of leftist movements in addressing issues of equality and prosperity, proposing a need for democratic foundations to support transformative political movements.

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