The Presidential Election of 2020: Donald Trump and the Crisis of Democracy

The Presidential Election of 2020: Donald Trump and the Crisis of Democracy analyzes the election of 2020 in the context of the Trump presidency, critiquing Trump's leadership, incompetence, and appeal to followers. Despite being impeached twice, he received the second-highest vote total in American history. The book highlights the ongoing threat of a coup led by Trump and associates and President Joe Biden's ambitious policy agenda to reconstruct America.

Format: Hardback
Length: 302 pages
Publication date: 28 June 2021
Publisher: Lexington Books

The Presidential Election of 2020: Donald Trump and the Crisis of Democracy delves into the 2020 election, contextualizing it within the framework of the Trump presidency, a turbulent and tense era in American politics. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the election, shedding light on its profound significance for American society. A central theme emerges, critiquing Donald Trump's leadership, incompetence in office, appeal to followers, and the grave danger it poses. Accusations of mental instability during his presidency were made, yet he secured the second-highest vote total in American history, surpassing only winning candidate Joe Biden.

Trump faced two impeachments for his actions in office, but both times, he evaded accountability by the Republican-controlled Senate. The election is viewed within the ongoing context of ongoing efforts by Trump and his associates to challenge state results and declare him the winner. This includes the tragic Trump-organized seditious assault on the Capitol, resulting in the loss of five lives. The objective was to coerce Vice President Mike Pence, who was presiding over a Joint Session of Congress, into rejecting the Electoral College vote outcome. Pence, however, stood firm, refusing to succumb to the pressure. The rioters threatened the lives of Pence and Speaker Nancy Pelosi, underscoring the gravity of the situation.

A new development in American politics, a coup led by Trump and his supporters, remains a threat. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has embarked on an ambitious policy agenda, reminiscent of the New Deal, aimed at reconstructing America. This agenda encompasses a wide range of issues, from climate change to healthcare reform, economic recovery, and social justice.

The Presidential Election of 2020: Donald Trump and the Crisis of Democracy serves as a crucial examination of a pivotal moment in American history. It sheds light on the challenges facing democracy, the role of leadership, and the importance of safeguarding the democratic process. Through its comprehensive analysis, the book provides valuable insights into the state of American society and the road ahead.

Weight: 604g
Dimension: 160 x 236 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793625557