“Ever since Richard Nixon walloped George McGovern in the presidential election of 1972, political pundits have treated as a truism the proposition that liberals are out of step with the rest of the nation, and therefore all but unelectable outside the precincts of the Northeast -- give or take a college town here or a ski resort there. During the course of every presidential election for the past forty years now, Republicans have sought to wield the word liberal as if it were a six-gauge shotgun.”
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Why We're Liberals: A Handbook for Restoring America's Most Important Ideals
This book explores the core values and beliefs of liberalism, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of its significance in shaping American society and offering strategies for its revival. more
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Eric Alterman
Eric Alterman is a historian born on January 14, 1960, specializing in modern American history with a focus on political and media relations. He is known for his insightful analysis of media politics and his unique perspective on historical events. more
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