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New Books in American Politics

America at the Point of No Return? A Conversation with Michael Anton

Apr 8, 2023
Michael Anton, Lecturer at Hillsdale College and Senior Fellow at the Claremont Institute, discusses the stakes of the 2020 presidential election in his new book. Topics include the impact of Trump's victory, the concept of America, the challenges of writing amidst current events, the ferocity of the left, and the responsibilities of liberty.
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Quick takeaways

  • Creating a new elite that governs for the common good is crucial for addressing the current imbalance of power and improving the country.
  • The statesman of the future must possess virtues like justice, moderation, courage, and wisdom to effectively lead the nation.

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The importance of creating a new elite

In order to address the current imbalance of power and improve the country, it is crucial to create and elevate a new elite that governs for the common good.

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