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The book explores the rise of populism in recent history, exemplified by events like Trump's election and Brexit, highlighting the economic alienation felt by many. Stephen McBride examines the evolution of Canadian employment policy since the 1970s, analyzing the interplay between social and economic factors, education, labor importation, and union decline. He challenges the notion of being "stuck" in the current system, advocating for proactive political alternatives that prioritize citizens' rights over international capital interests.