Kabuki democracy : the system vs. Barack Obama
Title:
Kabuki democracy : the system vs. Barack Obama
Author:
Alterman, Eric.
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Publication Information:
New York : Nation Books, [2011]
©2011
Physical Description:
215 pages ; 21 cm
Summary:
Alterman asks why President Obama has been unable to deliver on the promise of the 2008 campaign. He argues that while Obama's compromises have disappointed many of his supporters, his failure is primarily due to a political system that stymies democracy when voters choose progressive change.
Language:
English
Contents:
Introduction: You've got a lot of nerve to say you are my friend -- When the autumn weather turns the leaves to flame -- Don't know what I want but I know how to get it -- If that's all there is, my friend, then let's keep dancing -- What it don't get, I can't use -- I read the news today, oh boy -- Conclusion: It's here they got the range and the machinery for change -- Epilogue: The thrill is gone.
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ISBN:
9781568586595
Format :
Book
