Boiling mad : inside Tea Party America

Más información sobre el libro

A surprising and revealing look inside the Tea Party movement—its origins, principles, and implications for American politics. Emerging during the Great Recession, this movement saw angry voters rallying against bailouts and government intervention, invoking the Founding Fathers as they labeled themselves the Tea Party. Within a year, they shifted the political landscape in Washington, empowering Republicans and complicating the new administration's agenda. The narrative unfolds through Kate Zernike's exploration of the Tea Party, featuring a diverse group of activists and the philosophy that drives them. The movement is a unique blend of young, tech-savvy conservatives and older individuals who feel alienated by a changing nation. Rooted in a historical distrust of government, their grievances are particularly tied to the election of the first black president and the extensive government actions following the 2008-2009 economic crisis. Despite being more educated and financially stable than many Americans, they harbor significant pessimism about the economy and the country's future. Zernike introduces various figures, including a young teacher in Seattle, and highlights how the movement mobilizes activists across generations. The Tea Party has energized voters but also deepened political polarization, making it essential to understand this movement for insights into American politics moving forward.