First published 2018
The hosts of Chapo Trap House present their political manifesto for Americans disgusted with both major parties. They reject the corporate centrism of Democrats and the reactionary politics of Republicans, proposing instead the "Chapo Way" as a third option. The authors describe themselves as internet provocateurs who embrace full irony over serious political discourse. Their book reveals hidden histories of world events, politics, and media that mainstream sources ignore. It includes detailed breakdowns of liberal and conservative personality types, profiles of influential political thinkers, and satirical content like Aaron Sorkin's fictional manga adaptation of The Newsroom. The manifesto culminates in ten laws for "Chapo Year Zero," including universal dog ownership, converting billionaires into food products, and banning logic entirely. This work targets readers who feel abandoned by conventional politics and prefer aggressive commentary to measured analysis. The authors promise a path from current political despair toward a utopian future where people can engage in online posting, gaming, and podcasting without those activities defining their identities.
Genres: satire, american, political-science, politics, contemporary, activism
Vibes: intimate, satirical, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, satire
Period: 21st-Century
304 pages · Hardcover · Touchstone