Junk Politics
The Trashing of the American Mind
January 2004
Trade Paperback · 304 Pages
$13.95 U.S. · $17.50 CAN
ISBN 9781560255659
Nation Books
Trade Paperback · 304 Pages
$13.95 U.S. · $17.50 CAN
ISBN 9781560255659
Nation Books
Recommended for These Courses
- Journalism and Mass Communication: General
- Journalism and Mass Communication: Media Studies
- Political Science: American Government
Description
Junk Politics is defined by a perception that a lack of character, civility and feeling are the root cause of our national woes, not inequality and injustice. Historically great causes, such as the civil rights movement, have been nurtured on the substance of injustice. But as DeMott warns, these and other causes are losing their voice as junk politics gains ascendance. DeMott examines the broad cultural influences and political signals that have stamped the apolitical style of those currently in power, especially in reference to the political culture of post-9/11 America, and he focuses on some of the lesser-known but defining elements of Bush-era anti-politics, rhetoric and action.
Benjamin DeMott is emeritus professor of English at Amherst College and author of many books, including Killer Woman Blues: Why Americans Can't Think Straight About Gender and Power.
Benjamin DeMott is emeritus professor of English at Amherst College and author of many books, including Killer Woman Blues: Why Americans Can't Think Straight About Gender and Power.