Realclear publishing sep 2026 (2 resultados)

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - The Exhausted Majority is a groundbreaking exploration of the deep-seated issues within America's two-party system. As hyperpartisanship drives the country further into division, this book uncovers the perverse incentives that perpetuate this cycle, trapping us in a death spiral of polarization. On both the right and the left, creeping illiberalism and authoritarianism threaten the very fabric of American democracy, making the need for change more urgent than ever.But where do the solutions lie This book goes beyond the failures of third parties, offering a critical analysis of why they have struggled to break the two-party monopoly. It delves into the mindset of centrist voters--those who often feel politically homeless in today's environment. Their views on key policy issues and the party duopoly are thoroughly examined, revealing a growing discontent with the status quo and a desire for meaningful change.The Exhausted Majority doesn't just diagnose the problems; it presents a comprehensive road map for reclaiming American politics. By detailing practical paths forward, the book empowers independent voices and centrist voters to disrupt the political establishment and challenge the entrenched powers that dominate Washington. It outlines strategies for creating a more balanced, inclusive, and responsive political system, offering hope to those who feel disillusioned by the current state of affairs.This book is more than just a critique; it's a call to action for anyone who has had enough of the partisan gridlock and is seeking real alternatives to the current political landscape. If you're tired of being forced to choose between two extremes, The Exhausted Majority offers a fresh perspective and actionable solutions that can help steer America back on track toward a more inclusive and representative democracy.Join us in breaking free from the constraints of the two-party system and discover how you can play a critical role in shaping the future of American politics. Whether you're a centrist, independent, or simply fed up with the status quo, The Exhausted Majority is your essential guide to understanding the challenges we face and the urgent need for change.…

Buch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - With this collection of 40 columns written for RealClearPolitics from 2014 through 2025, Peter Berkowitz offers a short history of the decline of liberal education in America and provides a concise case for, and sketches measures essential to, reclaiming it.The essays clarify liberal education's aims, structure and content, and spirit. They illuminate the stakes for freedom and democratic self-government in America, placing contemporary controversies about higher education--especially at the nation's most selective colleges and universities--in their larger intellectual and political context. And they explore the variety of dysfunctions that plague American campuses, including censorship, curtailment of due process for those accused of sexual misconduct, invidious and unlawful allocation of benefits to students and faculty based on race and other forms of group identity, and politicization and hollowing of the curriculum.Berkowitz pays special attention to the surge of antisemitism on campuses following Iran-backed Hamas's October 2023 massacre in southern Israel. He examines the ensuing public reckoning with the sorry condition of American higher education. And he delves into the Trump administration's clashes with Columbia, Harvard, and other universities over antisemitism; diversity, equity, and inclusion programs; and free speech and intellectual diversity.Throughout the book, Berkowitz proposes reforms for returning colleges and universities to the mission that best serves the public interest, which is to equip young people to thoughtfully exercise the rights and discharge the responsibilities of freedom.…