The Despot's Apprentice: Donald Trump's Attack on Democracy by Dr Brian Klaas (E

Description: The Despot's Apprentice by Dr Brian Klaas, David Talbot "An ex-US campaign advisor who has sat with the worlds dictators explains Donald Trumps increasingly authoritarian tactics and the threat they pose to American democracy."--Amazon.com FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "[A] primer on the threat to democracy posed by--and I cant believe Im saying this--the current president of the United States." --David Litt, New York Times bestselling author Donald Trump isnt a despot. But he is increasingly acting like The Despots Apprentice, an understudy in authoritarian tactics that threaten to erode American democracy, including: Attacking the pressThreatening rule of law by firing those who investigate his alleged wrongdoingsUsing nepotism to staff the White Houseand countless other techniques Donald Trump is borrowing tactics from the worlds dictators and despots. Trumps fascination with the military, his obsession with his own cult of personality, and his deliberate campaign to blur the line between fact and falsehood are nothing new to the world of despots. But they are new to the United States. With each authoritarian tactic or tweet, Trump poses a unique threat to democratic government in the worlds most powerful democracy. At the same time, Trumps apprenticeship has serious consequences beyond the United States. His bizarre adoration and idolization of despotic strongmen--from Russias Putin, to Turkeys Erdogan, or to the Philippines Duterte--has transformed American foreign policy into a powerful cheerleader for some of the worlds worst regimes. In The Despots Apprentice, an ex-US campaign advisor who has sat with the worlds dictators explains Donald Trumps increasingly authoritarian tactics and how Trump uniquely threatens American democracy... and how to save it from him. Author Biography Brian Klaas is the author of The Despots Accomplice and a Fellow in Comparative Politics at the London School of Economics, where he focuses on authoritarianism and democracy. Klaas received his doctorate from the University of Oxford. He has advised NATO, the European Union, national governments, and major international NGOs. He previously served as a US campaign adviser. Klaas is a columnist for DemocracyPost at the Washington Post and is a regular contributor to USA Today, Foreign Affairs, Newsweek, the Financial Times, the Los Angeles Times, and The Hill. He is also a regular guest on MSNBC, CNN, CNBC, Bloomberg, BBC News, Sky News, and National Public Radio. He is an American currently living in London, UK. David Talbot is the New York Times bestselling author of Brothers: The Hidden History of the Kennedy Years and The Devils Chessboard. He is the founder and former editor-in-chief of Salon and has written for the New Yorker, Rolling Stone, and Time. He lives in San Francisco. Review Brian Klaas uses his knowledge of the worlds despotic regimes to shed light on authoritarian tendencies in contemporary America. A chilling reminder of the very real threats that the Trump administration poses to American democracy, and essential reading for those who want to do something about it.--Anne Applebaum, columnist for the Washington Post and Pulitzer Prize winner Thank goodness for Brian Klaas. At a moment of unprecedented political crisis for the United States, hes one of the very few experts to offer a much-needed global perspective on the Trump phenomenon. Trump, he shows, is less of an exception than part of an ominous global trend: disillusionment with democracy. A sharp-sighted and urgently needed book.--Christian Caryl, editor of DemocracyPost at the Washington Post and author of Strange Rebels The Despots Apprentice is morally righteous in the best sense of that word. Brian Klaas offers an erudite and persuasive plea to resist both budding and aspiring dictators, both in the United States and around the world.--Yascha Mounk, Harvard lecturer, Slate columnist, and author of The People vs Democracy: Why Our Freedom Is In Danger and How to Save It Donald Trump may not be a dictator (yet), but he sure would love to have the opportunity. With The Despots Apprentice, Brian Klaas puts his extensive history researching authoritarian leaders to use to analyze how Trump undermines American democracy, giving readers valuable insights they will need to continue resisting. --Amanda Marcotte, senior writer for Salon.com If you care about American values, our Constitution, democracy, freedom of the press, the rule of law, and the future of your children and the planet--read this book!--Arthur I. Blaustein, chairman of the National Advisory Council on Economic Opportunity under Jimmy Carter, board member of the National Endowment for the Humanities under Bill Clinton, author of Make a Difference, Democracy is Not a Spectator Sport, and The American Promise ***** Praise for Brian Klaas previous work, The Despots Accomplice: This is an important book for all who want to understand and do something about the crisis of democracy in our turbulent world. Klaas tells a disturbing story, but he offers hope--and a dose of humor--while showing how the West can turn the tide, if it acts wisely and quickly. Essential reading.--Walter Mondale, Former Vice President of the United States, Ambassador to Japan, and United States Senator For the last few decades, liberal democracy was on the march. Today, however, the world is going through a democratic recession. In this thought-provoking book, Brian Klaas points the finger at a surprising villain: the West itself. He argues that Western governments have too often been accomplices to authoritarianism; through sins of commission and admission. An enjoyable and challenging addition to the literature on democracy promotion.--Mark Leonard, founder and director of the European Council on Foreign Relations This lucid, wide-ranging, up-to-date analysis of US democracy promotion offers penetrating critical insights as well as practical recommendations for doing better. Klaas is an engaging, lively guide through the complex thickets of democracy policy challenges and dilemmas.--Thomas Carothers, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace This efficient and thought-provoking plea for the U.S. and other Western countries to prioritize democracy promotion is a must-read... [Klaas] is no armchair academic, and his analyses of policymaking challenges are informed by extensive, and sometimes dangerous, field work... [He] is able to make his points simply and clearly, as in his observation that democracy, like free speech, must be protected regardless of whether it yields a preferred result.--Publishers Weekly starred review A thorough and thought-provoking primer on the threat to democracy posed by--and I cant believe Im saying this--the current president of the United States.--David Litt, New York Times bestselling author of Thanks, Obama: My Hopey Changey White House Years Written with precision and learning, with lively prose and dark humor. Klaas proposals combine the conviction of an idealist with the experience of a technocrat. At a time when democracy is in retreat and the world seems headed for turbulence, this book can be the shot that revives this ailing patient.--The National ***** Praise for Skyhorse Publishing "In the era of corporate dominated mainstream media and feckless herd reporting, Skyhorses willingness to tackle tough issues that other publishers wont touch has made it a critical cog in our democracy."-Robert F. Kennedy Jr., New York Times bestselling author Review Quote Praise for Brian Klaas previous work, The Despots Accomplice : "This is an important book for all who want to understand and do something about the crisis of democracy in our turbulent world. Klaas tells a disturbing story, but he offers hope--and a dose of humor--while showing how the West can turn the tide, if it acts wisely and quickly. Essential reading."--Walter Mondale, Former Vice President of the United States, Ambassador to Japan, and United States Senator "For the last few decades, liberal democracy was on the march. Today, however, the world is going through a democratic recession. In this thought-provoking book, Brian Klaas points the finger at a surprising villain: the West itself. He argues that Western governments have too often been accomplices to authoritarianism; through sins of commission and admission. An enjoyable and challenging addition to the literature on democracy promotion."--Mark Leonard, founder and director of the European Council on Foreign Relations "This lucid, wide-ranging, up-to-date analysis of US democracy promotion offers penetrating critical insights as well as practical recommendations for doing better. Klaas is an engaging, lively guide through the complex thickets of democracy policy challenges and dilemmas."--Thomas Carothers, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace "This efficient and thought-provoking plea for the U.S. and other Western countries to prioritize democracy promotion is a must-read... [Klaas] is no armchair academic, and his analyses of policymaking challenges are informed by extensive, and sometimes dangerous, field work... [He] is able to make his points simply and clearly, as in his observation that democracy, like free speech, must be protected regardless of whether it yields a preferred result."-- Publishers Weekly starred review "Written with precision and learning, with lively prose and dark humor. Klaas proposals combine the conviction of an idealist with the experience of a technocrat. At a time when democracy is in retreat and the world seems headed for turbulence, this book can be the shot that revives this ailing patient."-- The National Description for Sales People Major media coverage expected. The author expects to appear on 6-12 major media programs on prominent networks such as MSNBC and NPR. Morning Joe appearance confirmed for Nov 16. Other MSNBC bookings: The Last Word with Lawrence ODonnell on Nov 15 or 16 and The Last Word with Stephanie Ruhle on Nov 17. The author has a very strong social media following: he has 100k Twitter followers and has had several political tweets go viral (with over 30k retweets and interviews requests as a result). His January article in VICE magazine on the subject went viral as well. A fresh look at Trumps presidency on the year anniversary of his election. Where most books discuss his election, this book looks forward and gives four scenarios for what will happen to America by the end of his initial four years in office. What can we make of him a year in, and what will he look like in three more? Author will be doing a TEDx talk in November on the same subject. The author has a regular column in the Washington Post, regularly writes op-eds for many major news outlets like the New York Times, the Guardian, and USA Today, and appears regularly as a political commentator on MSNBC, CNN, BBC News, and many others. Will publish following a series of local elections in NY, NJ, and VA, when political media coverage is at its peak. In addition to exposure, the author has a great platform as an adviser and academic. He has advised US political campaigns, governments, NATO, the EU, and international businesses. He has a doctorate from Oxford and is a Fellow at the London School of Economics. Details ISBN1510735852 Year 2017 ISBN-10 1510735852 ISBN-13 9781510735859 Media Book Publication Date 2017-11-14 Short Title The Despots Apprentice Pages 336 Language English Format Paperback Imprint Hot Books Subtitle Donald Trumps Attack on Democracy Author David Talbot Publisher Hot Books DEWEY 973.933 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137639887;

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