A Declaration of Interdependence

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The book provides a critical analysis of American politics, exploring how core societal values have deteriorated under the influence of conservatism. It argues that essential elements such as a social contract, a transparent economy, a robust public sphere, and global interdependence have been undermined. Hutton highlights issues like rampant materialism, corporate corruption, ineffective regulation, and a misguided belief in American exceptionalism, portraying a troubling shift in the nation's moral and ethical landscape.