The Convergence of Traditionalism and Populism in American Politics: From Bannon to Trump

The Convergence of Traditionalism and Populism in American Politics: From Bannon to Trump
Author: Cheok, Adrian David
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2024-03-05
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1668492911

In the tumultuous landscape of contemporary American politics, the intricate dance between traditionalism, populism, and the influential alliance of Donald Trump and Steve Bannon poses a pressing challenge. As these ideologies shape the very fabric of society, scholars and academics grapple with the need for a comprehensive understanding of their historical roots, philosophical foundations, and consequential impact on issues such as immigration, globalization, and nationalism. The rise of the Trump-Bannon duo further intensifies the complexity, giving rise to controversies, challenges, and myriad unanswered questions about their lasting influence on American democracy. The Convergence of Traditionalism and Populism in American Politics: From Bannon to Trump address the gaps in understanding the relationship between traditionalism, populism, and the Trump-Bannon era. Offering a nuanced exploration, the author defines these ideologies and traces their roots, delves into their historical evolution, and examines their impact on American politics. The reader is guided through the ideological underpinnings of Trump and Bannon, gaining a profound insight into their political strategy and the challenges that defined their era.

Enhancing Democracy With Coalition Governments and Politics

Enhancing Democracy With Coalition Governments and Politics
Author: Tshishonga, Ndwakhulu Stephen
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2024-05-20
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Political coalition formation is a global strategy employed by leaders and parties in their pursuit of power. This practice takes on particular significance in post-colonial Africa, where coalition governments have emerged as responses to challenges faced by the electoral base of liberation parties. In countries like Congo Kinshasa, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Mauritius, South Africa, and the Kingdom of Lesotho, coalition politics serves as a model for conflict resolution and democratic governance. Enhancing Democracy With Coalition Governments and Politics delves into this complex landscape, thoroughly investigating the pivotal role of coalition governments formed both before and after elections. It sheds light on the challenges posed to dominant liberation movements and the urgent need for a radical agenda to address corruption, maladministration, and the abuse of political power. The book focuses on Africa's pursuit of sound electoral democracy and democratic governance. Enhancing Democracy With Coalition Governments and Politics aims to conceptually understand coalition governments, trace their historical evolution in Africa, interrogate the triggers for coalition formation, assess their impact on electoral democracy, and explore coalition politics at both local and national levels. By providing theoretical and empirical insights, the book equips policymakers, practitioners, scholars, and researchers in the fields of Politics, Sociology, Public Administration, and Development Studies with tools to comprehend, form, manage, and sustain political coalitions as vehicles for democratic governance.

Global Trends in Governance and Policy Paradigms

Global Trends in Governance and Policy Paradigms
Author: Hamdan, Mahani
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 477
Release: 2024-04-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Major paradigm shifts are occurring at rates that are difficult to keep up with, such as a rise in neoliberal paradigm trends, the emergence of new paradigms in response to global challenges, the role of international organizations in promoting new policy paradigms, and the challenges of implementing new policy paradigms in different national contexts. To remain informed, a reference of these shifts is needed. Global Trends in Governance and Policy Paradigms dissects the intricate fabric of global governance through the lens of evolving policy paradigms. This book explores key themes that have shaped and continue to influence the trajectory of global policy and contemporary governance. The narrative unfolds by scrutinizing the ascendancy of the neoliberal paradigm and dissecting its impact on global governance structures. Beyond this, the text navigates through the dynamic responses of the international community to emerging global challenges, highlighting the role of influential international organizations in shaping and propagating innovative policy paradigms. This book establishes a comprehensive framework for understanding evidence-based policymaking, a crucial facet in the evolving discourse of global governance. Each chapter meticulously examines diverse dimensions, from the intersection of artificial intelligence and public policy to the intricacies of Islamic governance and the implications of emerging technologies on regulatory frameworks.

Holistic Public Agency in Complex Environments

Holistic Public Agency in Complex Environments
Author: Pe?ari?, Mirko
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2024-06-21
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Public administration faces a critical challenge: the need for transformative adaptiveness in public agencies. Despite diverse organizational structures and functions, agencies worldwide need help navigating complexity, dynamics, and agility. Traditional approaches often need to be revised, and they cannot address the interconnected challenges of modern governance. This book, Holistic Public Agency in Complex Environments, offers a comprehensive solution to this pressing issue. Drawing on principles of the theory of complex systems, the book provides a roadmap for agencies to enhance their adaptiveness and effectiveness. It explores how agencies can leverage systemic behavior, flexibility, and agility to evolve and fulfill their missions in a rapidly changing world. By understanding the historical context and cultural influences on public reforms, agencies can adopt strategies that align with their organizational values and goals. The book also introduces scenario planning as a tool for anticipating and preparing for future challenges, ensuring agencies remain proactive and resilient.

Soft Power and Diplomatic Strategies in Asia and the Middle East

Soft Power and Diplomatic Strategies in Asia and the Middle East
Author: Zreik, Mohamad
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 406
Release: 2024-04-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

In a world witnessing the transformative rise of China, the intricate dynamics of its soft power diplomacy have become a focal point of global attention. As geopolitical landscapes shift, the need to understand how China crafts its foreign policy, especially through the strategic use of soft power, becomes imperative. Soft Power and Diplomatic Strategies in Asia and the Middle East is a crucial resource to unraveling these complexities. The book addresses the post-COVID-19 changes in China's soft power application, providing an in-depth, comparative analysis of its diplomatic endeavors in the Middle East and East Asia. By exploring cultural exchanges, economic collaborations, and religious engagements, the book offers nuanced insights into China's strategies, making it an indispensable tool for academics, policymakers, diplomats, and those intrigued by contemporary geopolitics. This book aims to dissect the multifaceted approaches China employs to achieve its diplomatic objectives. From cultural initiatives to economic partnerships and religious engagements, the book unravels the adaptability and complexity of China's foreign policy mechanisms. Its primary objective is to provide a comparative framework for studying China's soft power diplomacy, filling a notable gap in existing scholarship. The interdisciplinary approach ensures rich, diverse analyses, fostering dialogues across international relations, Asian studies, and political science. By offering new theories, methodologies, and empirical data, the book not only challenges existing notions but also sparks further academic inquiry into the strategic use of soft power in foreign policy.

Infrastructure Development Strategies for Empowerment and Inclusion

Infrastructure Development Strategies for Empowerment and Inclusion
Author: Baporikar, Neeta
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 532
Release: 2024-06-17
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Despite its crucial role in economic growth and societal development, infrastructure projects often fail to reach their full potential. In many cases, the benefits of infrastructure development do not trickle down to the most vulnerable populations, exacerbating inequalities and limiting overall impact. Additionally, the design and implementation of infrastructure reforms can sometimes worsen environmental pressures and spatial insecurity, highlighting the need for strategic approaches to infrastructure development. Infrastructure Development Strategies for Empowerment and Inclusion offers a comprehensive solution to these challenges. By delving into a broad range of ideas, strategies, and case studies, this book provides valuable insights for academics, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. It examines how infrastructure projects can be designed and implemented to empower marginalized groups, foster inclusivity, and stimulate equitable economic growth, thus maximizing their impact.

Global Geopolitical Impacts and Dynamics of the Indo-Pacific

Global Geopolitical Impacts and Dynamics of the Indo-Pacific
Author: Kumar, K. Vinay
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2024-05-28
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

Step into an exploration of the Indo-Pacific, an expansive region that merges the Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, and the adjoining landmass. This vast area hosts a variety of power dynamics, making it a crucible for the relentless struggle between emerging and established global powers. With vital choke points and abundant natural resources, the Indo-Pacific serves as the stage where forces compete for dominance, amplifying the stakes in its role as a global economic hub and trade epicenter. Global Geopolitical Impacts and Dynamics of the Indo-Pacific meticulously delves into the geopolitical conflict, highlighting how any misstep in this region could reverberate, impacting not just regionally but the entirety of our interconnected global community. Through a multidisciplinary lens, the book navigates the historical foundations, contemporary challenges, and future trajectories of this pivotal region. Academic minds, researchers, and defense strategists will find invaluable insights in both conventional and non-conventional security aspects, shedding light on the influences shaping the Indo-Pacific's destiny. The meticulous analysis presented in this book not only deepens our understanding of regional dynamics, but also provides actionable knowledge for policymakers and stakeholders grappling with the evolving complexities of the Indo-Pacific.

When Democracy Trumps Populism

When Democracy Trumps Populism
Author: Kurt Weyland
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2019-02-14
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 110858943X

The victory of Donald Trump in the 2016 election left specialists of American politics perplexed and concerned about the future of US democracy. Because no populist leader had occupied the White House in 150 years, there were many questions about what to expect. Marshaling the long-standing expertise of leading specialists of populism elsewhere in the world, this book provides the first systematic, comparative analysis of the prospects for US democracy under Trump, considering the two regions - Europe and Latin America - that have had the most ample recent experiences with populist chief executives. Chapters analyze the conditions under which populism slides into illiberal or authoritarian rule and in so doing derive well-grounded insights and scenarios for the US case, as well as a more general cross-national framework. The book makes an original argument about the likely resilience of US democracy and its institutions.

War for Eternity

War for Eternity
Author: Benjamin R. Teitelbaum
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 330
Release: 2020-04-21
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0062978470

One of Financial Times' Summer Books of 2020 An explosive and unprecedented inside look at Steve Bannon's entourage of global powerbrokers and the hidden alliances shaping today's geopolitical upheaval. In 2015, Bloomberg News named Steve Bannon “the most dangerous political operative in America.” Since then, he has grown exponentially more powerful—and not only in the United States. In this groundbreaking and urgent account, award-winning scholar of the radical right Benjamin Teitelbaum takes readers behind-the-scenes of Bannon's global campaign against modernity. Inspired by a radical twentieth-century ideology called Traditionalism, Bannon and a small group of right-wing powerbrokers are planning new political mobilizations on a global scale—discussed and debated in secret meetings organized by Bannon in hotel suites and private apartments in DC, Europe and South America. Their goal? To upend the world order and reorganize geopolitics on the basis of archaic values rather than modern ideals of democracy, freedom, social progress, and human rights. Their strenuous efforts are already producing results, from the fortification of borders throughout the world and the targeting of immigrants, to the undermining of the European Union and United States governments, and the expansion of Russian influence. Drawing from exclusive interviews with Bannon’s hidden network of far-right thinkers, years of academic research into the radical right, and with unprecedented access to the esoteric salons where they meet, Teitelbaum exposes their considerable impact on the world and their radical vision for the future.