Tyranny Of The Minority by Steven Levitsky, Daniel Ziblatt
How the Left and Right Are Undermining Democracy in America
"Tyranny of the Minority" explores the challenges facing American democracy as it transitions towards a multiracial society. Authors Steven Levitsky and Daniel Ziblatt examine the rise of authoritarianism in response to this change, highlighting how political leaders may undermine democratic systems when they struggle to maintain power through elections. The book discusses how certain constitutional elements enable minority rule, contrasting the U.S. with other democracies that have reformed outdated political structures. Levitsky and Ziblatt emphasize the urgency of reforming these institutions to preserve democracy, drawing parallels with past transformative periods in American history.
The 14985th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2024
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 320-350
- Original Language
- English
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- - The Tyranny Of The Minority
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