Populism Now! (Large Print 16pt)

By David McKnight

Populism can be a dirty word. Brexit and the election of Donald Trump have certainly given it a bad name. But rather than associating it with demagoguery and exclusion, might we better see it as a backlash against free market globalisation? Might it be harnessed as a positive force able to thrive in difficult times? This timely and persuasive book exposes the failures of globalisation: greedy banks, predatory privatisation, corporate tax avoidance and a growing underclass of temporary overseas workers. David McKnight argues that a progressive populism could address the genuine economic grievances of everyday people, without scapegoating immigrants or ethnic minorities. In fact, a progressive form of populism may be the best way of defeating the racist backlash of right-wing populism. It may also be the best way to save the planet. In a world where the super-rich get richer, one that is charged with hate-filled language as people look for someone else to blame, the case for progressive populism must be heard. This important book helps give it voice.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1742235638
• ISBN13: 9781742235639
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: NewSouth Books
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 2.3" x 11.6"