New Class War: Saving Democracy from the Metropolitan Elite

The New Class War argues that Western democracies are being torn apart by a new class war, caused by the breakdown of class compromises and the suppression of the economic and social interests of those in lower-wage heartlands. Michael Lind's analysis debunks the idea that the insurgencies are primarily the result of bigotry and reveals the real battle lines. He proposes a fresh class settlement to avert a never-ending cycle of clashes between oligarchs and populists and save democracy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Atlantic Books

A tour de force, David Goodhart's The New Class War is a groundbreaking analysis that challenges the notion that populist insurgencies in Western democracies are solely driven by bigotry. In this controversial and thought-provoking book, Michael Lind, one of America's leading thinkers, delves into the complex dynamics that are tearing apart Western democracies. He exposes how the breakdown of class compromises has left large populations in these countries politically disoriented and economically marginalized.

Lind argues that we live in a globalized world where elites in high-income hubs benefit at the expense of the economic and social interests of those in more traditional lower-wage heartlands. He presents a bold framework for understanding the world, suggesting that only a fresh class settlement can avert a never-ending cycle of clashes between oligarchs and populists and save democracy.

Through his insightful analysis, Lind challenges the dominant narratives and offers a fresh perspective on the ongoing political and economic turmoil. He provides a compelling case for a more equitable and inclusive society, where the interests of all members are protected and where democracy can thrive.

The New Class War is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of our world and the urgent need for a new class settlement. It is a thought-provoking and inspiring book that will leave readers questioning their own beliefs and seeking ways to contribute to a more just and equitable society.

Weight: 230g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786499578
Edition number: Main