The New Class War

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A maverick thinker who has garnered support from both the populist left and right delivers a sharp critique of the managerial elite. While mainstream politicians attribute today’s populist unrest to a divide between "winners" and "losers," they acknowledge globalization's role in creating vast inequalities but view them as unavoidable. They suggest that the best response is to placate the "deplorables" to prevent unrest. However, the real issue may lie with the overclass that has rigged the system to benefit itself. The author reveals globalization as a tactic employed by the powerful managerial elite—those in government, business, and media—to weaken the working class. This book presents uncomfortable truths: trade and immigration have indeed harmed many in the working class. Globalization is not an unstoppable force to be accepted; rather, it has served the interests of those with the education and resources to exploit it since the Cold War's end. The author, whose insights reach a diverse array of influential publications, makes a compelling case that challenges the complacency of elites who masquerade as benevolent figures. This work is essential for anyone frustrated by the self-serving nature of those in power.