{"title":"Kevin A. Young","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful works of \u003cem\u003eKevin A. Young\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned author who excels in unpacking the complexities of Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs. Known for his engaging and thought-provoking writing style, Young offers readers a deep dive into the intricate dynamics of power and political influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his critically acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eLevers of Power\u003c\/em\u003e, Young challenges conventional wisdom and invites readers to explore the hidden mechanisms that shape our world. His meticulous research and compelling arguments make his works an essential addition to any political enthusiast's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're well-versed in political theories or new to the field, Kevin A. Young's books provide a unique perspective that is both educational and enlightening. Venture into the world of power structures with an author who makes complex topics accessible and engaging for all.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"levers-of-power-by-kevin-a-young-9781788730969","title":"Levers of Power","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s no secret that the 1%—the business elite that commands the largest corporations and the connected network of public and private institutions—exercise enormous control over the US government. While this control is usually attributed to campaign donations and lobbying, \u003cem\u003eLevers of Power\u003c\/em\u003e argues that corporate power derives from control over the economic resources on which daily life depends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGovernment officials must constantly strive to keep capitalists happy, lest they go on “capital strike”—that is, refuse to invest in particular industries or locations, or move their holdings to other countries—and therefore impose material hardship on specific groups or the economy as a whole. For this reason, even politicians who are not dependent on corporations for their electoral success must fend off the interruption of corporate investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLevers of Power\u003c\/em\u003e documents the pervasive power of corporations and other institutions with decision-making control over large pools of capital, particularly the Pentagon. It also shows that the most successful reform movements in recent US history—for workers’ rights, for civil rights, and against imperialist wars—succeeded by directly targeting the corporations and other institutional adversaries that initiated and benefitted from oppressive policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough most of today’s social movements focus on elections and politicians, movements of the 99% are most effective when they inflict direct costs on corporations and their allied institutions. This strategy is also more conducive to building a revolutionary mass movement that can replace current institutions with democratic alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849488978156,"sku":"9781788730969","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23838733482824.jpg?v=1759046935"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/kevin-a-young.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}