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Who Owns Democracy: The Real Deep State and the Struggle Over Caste and Class in America
In this episode, we examine the return of Donald Trump, now re-elected after his 2020 defeat, with his presidency poised as a mission of Charles Bronson like retribution. Campaigning on dismantling the so-called “deep state,” Trump has presented himself as a champion of the people, railing against a corrupt elite while being a member of that very elite.
To unravel these contradictions, we delve into the concept of the "deep state" and explore its historical and structural implications. How does Trump’s rhetoric weaponize popular discontent while deflecting from the deeper systemic issues? And what does the "deep state" actually entail beyond the political buzzword it has become?
Joining us today are professors Charles Derber and Yale Magrass, co-authors of the groundbreaking book, *Who Owns Democracy: The Real Deep State and the Struggle of Caste and Class in America*. The book explores the interplay of caste, class, and power in shaping America’s political and economic systems, revealing how the true deep state extends far beyond partisan politics
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