Demagogue by Michael Signer
The Fight to Save Democracy from Its Worst Enemies
A call-to-arms diagnosing how charismatic figures exploit fear, grievance and misinformation to erode democratic norms and institutions, offering a clear-eyed account of the tactics demagogues use and why established checks alone are sometimes insufficient. The book blends historical and contemporary examples to show how attacks on truth, the courts, the press and minority rights can be incremental yet transformative, and it argues that resisting such threats requires both institutional reforms and everyday civic courage. Practical recommendations emphasize strengthening rules, protecting independent institutions, mobilizing local communities, and cultivating political cultures that prize truth and pluralism. Ultimately it is a guide for citizens and leaders who want concrete steps to defend democratic practices before they buckle under authoritarian pressure.
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- 2019
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- American
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- English
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