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New Book Explores 1990s Political Turmoil Leading to Trump's Rise

John Ganz's 'When the Clock Broke' examines the ideological shifts and populist movements of the early '90s that set the stage for modern American politics.

  • Ganz highlights figures like David Duke and Pat Buchanan as precursors to Trumpian politics.
  • The book delves into the neoconservative-paleoconservative schism within the GOP.
  • Ross Perot's outsider campaign is examined for its impact on political discourse.
  • Ganz draws parallels between 1990s shock jocks and today's media landscape.
  • Critics debate Ganz's linking of libertarian ideas to Trump's ascendancy.
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