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Michael Mario Albrecht

Trumping the Media: Politics and Democracy in the Post-Truth Era

Trumping the Media: Politics and Democracy in the Post-Truth Era

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The rise of Donald J. Trump to the presidency was due to changes in the media environment and the political landscape that enabled him to exploit existing structures for his personal and political gain. He deployed a post-truth strategy that challenged established media and political institutions and took advantage of journalistic norms and practices. Understanding these factors is essential for challenging the alt-right and forwarding the project of democracy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 21 March 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc


The ascent of Donald J. Trump to the presidency was far from a mere coincidence. A convergence of factors in the media environment and political landscape created an ideal environment for a demagogic populist to exploit existing structures for personal and political gain. A right-wing ecosystem had emerged, encompassing cable television, talk radio, social media, and image boards. Simultaneously, the mainstreaming of far-right politics and a growing skepticism towards established institutions paved the way for Trump's political rise.

Trump capitalized on the shifts in politics and the media environment by employing a post-truth strategy. He challenged established media and political institutions, questioning their claims to be the arbiters of truth and guardians of democracy. By exploiting the vulnerabilities of these institutions, Trump was able to manipulate public opinion and gain support.

This book delves into the significant changes in the media environment that enabled the political career of Donald Trump. The author highlights how Trump was able to navigate and exploit the new media and political landscape, taking advantage of journalistic norms and practices that were susceptible to manipulation by a demagogue with no allegiance to the truth and no respect for the foundations of liberal democracy. Understanding the mechanisms through which Trump emerged as a powerful political force is crucial for those seeking to counter the momentum of the alt-right and advance the project of democracy.


Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501398063

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