Doing whatever I want : controlling autocracy -- Congress be dammed : restoring accountability -- Russia is listening : defending America's sovereignty -- A presidency is built on lies : reclaiming truth -- Corrupt justice : redeeming law enforcement -- Enemies of the people : protecting a free press -- Profits above patriotism : policing conflicts of interest -- Political cleansing : stopping favoritism, cronyism, and nepotism -- Governing in the dark : expanding transparency -- A militarized nation : separating the military from politics -- Voter suppression : restoring the franchise -- Postelection obstruction : reforming presidential transitions -- Rigged if I lose, fair if I win : protecting election results -- Conclusion : promoting civic virtue and healing a divided America.
Summary:
"Thirteen Cracks examines the most vulnerable areas in American democracy in the wake of Donald Trump's presidency. Best-selling author Allen J. Lichtman explains in historical context how President Trump uniquely and outrageously exploited these weak spots and proposes a fix for each challenge"-- Provided by publisher.
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