The Echo Machine - How Right-Wing Extremism Created a Post-Truth America

How right-wing extremism has led to the fall of critical thinking and rise of reactionary politics—and what we can do about it to save our democracy

Known for providing incisive progressive political analysis without being dogmatic, popular radio and podcast host David Pakman delves into the vicious cycle of reactionary political ideology.

It''s no secret how the right-wing has benefited and capitalized off disinformation and polarization of US politics. Critical thinking and media literacy are on a rapid decline, and our republic is unable to agree upon a shared set of facts.

Pakman challenges the right-wing head-on and encourages readers to understand how the status quo became the status quo.

Deeply researched and accessibly written, readers will learn:

Product details

• Authors: David Pakman
• Publisher: BEACON PRESS
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 25.03.2025
• EAN: 9780807016534
• ISBN: 978-0-8070-1653-4
• No. of pages: 208
• Dimensions: 161 mm x 236 mm x 21 mm
• Subjects: Non-fiction book; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political education