Description
Book SynopsisMajor new book from Susan George - a leading political commentator whose previous books have been massively influential and widely read and reviewed. Fascinating, thorough and often chilling account of this decades-long transformation of American society and political culture.
Trade Review"The forces that have been 'hijacking America,' lucidly exposed in this well-informed and searching study, are doubtless powerful as well as ominous. Their influence is not confined to the United States. Unless they are contained and reversed, prospects are not bright for a decent and civilized world."
Noam Chomsky "A powerful, shocking and extremely important book. In a gripping investigation, Susan George uncovers the central problem with the US state and shows us how to confront it."
George Monbiot
"Susan George has sounded a timely warning: the US intends to brook no rivals."
Tribune
"Noteworthy in Obama's campaign was his appearance before the AIPAC convention and his subsequent silence on the invasion of the Gaza Strip. George's call for the organisation of the US left remains pertinent."
Development in Practice
Table of ContentsIntroduction: How the Secular and Religious Right Captured America 1
1 Manufacturing Common Sense, or Cultural Hegemony for Beginners 13
2 Foreign Affairs 61
3 The American Religious Right and its Long March through the Institutions 99
4 Extinguishing the Enlightenment: The Assault on Knowledge 153
5 Lobbies, Corridors, and Seats of Power 200
Conclusion: Why Undertake this Book? 243
Notes 255
Index 271
