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Democracy in Chains: The Deep History of the Radical Right's Stealth Plan for America

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Democracy in Chains: The Deep History of the Radical Right's Stealth Plan for America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

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Democracy in Chains: The Deep History of the Radical Right's Stealth Plan for America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

334

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1950s​

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.5

7,337 ratings

88%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Democracy in Chains offers a detailed exploration of the radical right's influence on American politics, praised for its thorough research and compelling narrative. Critics, however, argue it sometimes oversimplifies complex issues and presents assumptions as facts. It resonates with readers interested in political history but may frustrate those seeking a balanced perspective.

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Who Should Read Democracy in Chains: The Deep History of the Radical Right's Stealth Plan for America?

Readers interested in Democracy in Chains would be intrigued by the intersection of politics, history, and economics, especially those who appreciated Dark Money by Jane Mayer. They tend to favor in-depth analyses of conservative movements and the implications of libertarian thought in American governance.

4.5

7,337 ratings

88%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

334

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1950s​

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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