Rage and the Republic: The Unfinished Story of the American Revolution

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by Jonathan Turley (Author)

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In his new book, “Rage and the Republic”, Jonathan Turley envisions the twenty-first century as a brave new world without meaningful work. In his opinion, A.I. could lead to an expansion of government subsidies. He equates, no defines, an American as one who has the political and economic freedom to pursue his own identity and destiny.Capitalism is an outgrowth of human enterprise and freedom. It unleashes the human impulse toward enterprise and operation. It is an economy propelled by liberty. The United States was unique in its time in establishing both a political and economic system that maximize individual liberty.The essence of being an American is challenged by economic stagnation which heralds political unrest and a growing lack of faith in the benefits of a particular constitutional system. He states that dependency politics and a dependency pose “the greatest threat, not just their impact on the economy but on the citizens themselves. In this scenario, he opines its “citizens will fight over a pie of benefits rather than try to expand the pie.” “That type of dependency economy is perfect for the rise of despotic democratic impulse and the repeat of the historical cycle toward authoritarianism.”Turley gives classical examples such as Socrates’ life to the foundations of American political thought drawing from the works of John Locke and his assertion that liberty and wealth were connected to owning property. We see this analysis illustrated by the millennial struggle for home ownership commonly out of reach in today’s climate. He points out that James Madison saw factions in democratic systems. “Any government must be able to withstand the petty, corrupt, and pernicious motives of those in power.” He quotes Tom Paine’s observation that, “Government, like dress, is a badge of our lost innocence.”The American Revolution and the French Revolution began with similar declarations based on the rights of man. While Americans visiting eighteenth century France were struck by the abject poverty of the masses, Americans themselves were struck by the change in economic conditions, i.e., the British not only outperforming America in goods production but including rudimentary supplies in valuable goods in exploratory avenues. This was the tipping point for the American revolution rather than political philosophy. However, both revolutions began with similar declarations based on the rights of man.At times, Turley uses theater as a digression for supplying a touch of lightness using a “bon mot”. He cites the musical “1776” and the argument between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson regarding whether to use the word “unalienable” or inalienable” in the Declaration of Independence. He decides John Adams gets his way because he’s a Harvard boaster and understands outcomes.He also mentions the musical “Les Miserables” and “the will of the people.” Although Turley is masterful with his references, he doesn’t mention the earlier musical “Marat/Sade” sung by Judy Collins with its refrain:“Marat, we’re poorAnd the poor stay poorMarat, don’t make us wait anymore.We want our rights and we don’t care howWe want our revolution NOW.”Turley supports a Liberty-Enhancing Economy, the LEE model, which emphasizes education as a path to navigate the A.I. revolution, one that would inspire and create jobs as we face the greatest challenges for the economy and government since the Industrial Revolution.Thanks go to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for an advance copy.