Who Rules America?: The Corporate Rich, White Nationalist Republicans, and Inclusionary Democrats in the 2020s

The 8th edition of "Who Rules America?" has been updated to include the impact of post-pandemic cutbacks, Roe v Wade, and Trump indictments on the 2024 national elections. The book explains how the top 1% of the population dominate governmental decision-making through a corporate community and policy-planning network. Despite this concentrated power, it will be the other 99.5% who will decide the fate of the United States in the 2020s.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The 8th edition of "Who Rules America?" has undergone a significant update, reflecting the recent events of the post-pandemic cutbacks, the overturning of Roe v. Wade, and the Trump indictments on the 2024 national elections. These factors hold the potential to shape the future of the United States in profound ways, with the potential for increased economic growth, social support for families, schools, and healthcare, or the exacerbation of inequality, white male supremacy, and social strife, depending on the level of voter turnout among younger voters. At a pivotal moment in American history, where the expansion of voting rights or their legislative limitation is being debated, this extensively revised edition of "Who Rules America?" provides a clear and insightful analysis of the power dynamics at play.

The top 1% of the population, who own 43% of all financial wealth and receive 20% of the nation's yearly income, dominate governmental decision-making in the United States. They have established a corporate community and a policy-planning network comprising foundations, think tanks, and policy-discussion groups. Through a leadership group known as the power elite, the corporate rich provide campaign donations, gifts, and favors to elected officials, serve on federal advisory committees, and hold key positions in government. This enables them to rule the country, despite ongoing challenges from the inclusionary alliance and the Democratic Party.

The book delves into the various mechanisms employed to influence public opinion, the workings of the climate-denial network, and the historical trajectory that led to the Supreme Court's ultraconservative majority. This majority serves as a safeguard for the corporate community and a legitimator of restrictions on voting rights, union rights, and abortion rights, as seen in recent rulings that uphold corporate interests and curtail democratic freedoms.

In conclusion, "Who Rules America?" serves as a crucial resource for understanding the complex web of power and influence that shapes American politics and society. With its comprehensive analysis and timely updates, the book provides valuable insights into the forces driving political outcomes and the challenges facing the democratic process. As the nation navigates a period of significant change and uncertainty, it is essential to have a comprehensive understanding of the forces that govern our society.

Weight: 378g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032139029
Edition number: 8 New edition