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The Politics of Oligarchy: Second Edition Fully Revised and Updated

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The Politics of Oligarchy, Second Edition is a fully revised and updated edition of the classic work on the role of oligarchy in American politics. Drawing on a wealth of new research, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of the ways in which the wealthy and powerful shape the political system to their own advantage.

The Ussr: The Politics Of Oligarchy, Second Edition, Fully Revised And Updated

by Darrell P. Hammer

5 out of 5

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In this new edition, Gilens and Page offer a detailed examination of the increasing concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a small number of individuals and corporations. They show how this concentration has led to a decline in political equality and a corresponding increase in the influence of money in politics.

The authors also explore the ways in which oligarchy undermines democratic institutions and values. They argue that the concentration of wealth and power makes it difficult for ordinary citizens to have their voices heard in the political process. This, in turn, leads to a decline in public trust in government and a sense of alienation among the citizenry.

The Politics of Oligarchy is a timely and important book that sheds new light on the role of money and power in American politics. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the challenges facing democracy in the 21st century.

Key Findings

* The wealthy and powerful have a disproportionate influence on American politics. * The concentration of wealth and power has led to a decline in political equality. * Money plays a increasingly large role in politics, and this has given the wealthy and powerful an even greater advantage. * Oligarchy undermines democratic institutions and values. * The concentration of wealth and power makes it difficult for ordinary citizens to have their voices heard in the political process. * This leads to a decline in public trust in government and a sense of alienation among the citizenry.

The Politics of Oligarchy is a sobering reminder of the challenges facing democracy in the 21st century. The concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a small number of individuals and corporations is a threat to our democratic institutions and values. It is essential that we take steps to address this problem if we want to preserve our democracy.

The Ussr: The Politics Of Oligarchy, Second Edition, Fully Revised And Updated

by Darrell P. Hammer

5 out of 5