{"title":"Robert W McChesney","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the incisive works of \u003cem\u003eRobert W McChesney\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished voice in the realm of politics and current affairs. Known for his extensive analysis of the media's role in society, McChesney provides critical insights into the intersection of democracy, technology, and capitalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003ePeople Get Ready\u003c\/em\u003e, a collaborative piece that delves into the impending challenges of the technological revolution and its impact on employment and economic stability. McChesney draws on decades of research and observation to shed light on how these forces shape our world and influence democratic values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMcChesney’s books are essential for readers who are keen to understand the intricacies of modern governance and the media's influence on public perception. His engaging writing style and thorough research make these books both informative and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a student of political science, a media enthusiast, or a concerned citizen, Robert W McChesney's collection offers valuable perspectives on the forces moulding contemporary society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"people-get-ready-by-robert-w-mcchesney-9781568585215","title":"People Get Ready","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumanity is on the verge of its darkest hour—or its greatest moment. The consequences of the technological revolution are about to hit hard: unemployment will spike as new technologies replace labour in the manufacturing, service, and professional sectors of an economy that is already struggling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe end of work as we know it will hit at the worst moment imaginable: as capitalism fosters permanent stagnation, when the labour market is in decrepit shape, with declining wages, expanding poverty, and scorching inequality. Only the dramatic democratisation of our economy can address the existential challenges we now face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYet, the US political process is so dominated by billionaires and corporate special interests, by corruption and monopoly, that it stymies not just democracy but progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe great challenge of these times is to ensure that the tremendous benefits of technological progress are employed to serve the whole of humanity, rather than to enrich the wealthy few. Robert W. McChesney and John Nichols argue that the United States needs a new economy in which revolutionary technologies are applied to effectively address environmental and social problems and used to rejuvenate and extend democratic institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on intense reporting, rich historical analysis, and deep understanding of the technological and social changes that are unfolding, they propose a bold strategy for democratising our digital destiny, before it's too late—and unleashing the real power of the Internet, and of humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePeople Get Ready\u003c\/em\u003e offers a compelling vision for a future where technological advancements benefit all of humanity, not just an elite few.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849668579564,"sku":"9781568585215","price":96.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13072813482746.jpg?v=1759059566"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/robert-w-mcchesney.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}