by E. J. Dionne
First published 2020
Washington Post columnist E. J. Dionne examines the political crossroads facing America in 2020. He argues that progressives and moderates must overcome their differences to capitalize on the widespread opposition to Donald Trump's presidency. Dionne traces how millions of previously disengaged citizens have joined the political process, creating activism not seen since the New Deal era and Civil Rights movements. The author warns that internal feuding between natural allies could enable Trump's reelection and waste a historic opportunity for reform. He proposes a "Politics of Remedy, Dignity, and More" that focuses on solving problems, advancing justice for marginalized groups, and expanding access to healthcare, decent wages, quality education, and climate action. Drawing lessons from Democratic victories in the 2018 elections, Dionne offers a strategic framework for building unity around shared commitments to decency, freedom, and fairness while cutting through partisan noise to reveal realistic political possibilities.
Genres: political-science, non-fiction, 21st-century, current-affairs, activism, american-history
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: call-to-action, enemies-to-allies
Setting: America, Washington
Period: 2020
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