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PublisherBeacon Press
ISBN-100807016535
ISBN-139780807016534
eBay Product ID (ePID)19068795868
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Book TitleEcho Machine : How Right-Wing Extremism Created a Post-Truth America
Number of Pages208 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2025
TopicPolitical Process / Media & Internet, Political Ideologies / Fascism & Totalitarianism, General, Public Policy / Social Policy, American Government / General, Political Ideologies / Democracy, Political Ideologies / Conservatism & Liberalism
GenrePolitical Science, Psychology
AuthorDavid Pakman
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight15.1 Oz
Item Length9.3 in
Item Width6.3 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2024-040129
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Reviews"David Pakman is a pioneer in digital media who has reshaped the way political news is presented. His book The Echo Machine is a masterpiece that exposes the rot in corporate media and offers a clear path forward to restore integrity and rebuild the Fourth Estate." --Ben Meiselas, cofounder MeidasTouch Network
Table Of ContentIntroduction: Why I Hate Politics CHAPTER 1 How the United States Broke CHAPTER 2 What Happened to Critical Thinking? CHAPTER 3 What Are Facts? CHAPTER 4 The Cost of Principles over Problems CHAPTER 5 Why Choose Leftism? CHAPTER 6 How to Fight Against a Movement That Has No Policy CHAPTER 7 Why Does the Right Keep Winning? CHAPTER 8 How to (Responsibly) Consume Media CHAPTER 9 What Else Can We Do? Acknowledgments Notes Index
SynopsisAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER "For anyone who wants to stand up to disinformation and deepen their understanding of politics without getting lost in jargon, this book is essential reading." --Brian Tyler Cohen, YouTuber and bestselling author of Shameless From the host of The David Pakman Show comes a vital exploration of how right-wing extremism, media manipulation, and ideological echo chambers have eroded critical thinking and deepened political divisions --and how we can fight back to save our democracy The 2024 election cycle made one thing clear: disinformation isn't just a byproduct of our political system--it's a weaponized force shaping public opinion. In The Echo Machine , popular radio and podcast host David Pakman unpacks how misinformation spreads, why people become trapped in ideological bubbles, and the real-world consequences of media echo chambers on democracy. With his trademark clarity and sharp analysis, Pakman offers a roadmap for breaking free from cycles of manipulation and reclaiming critical thinking. Deeply researched and accessibly written, The Echo Machine is not just an exposé but a call to action. Beyond dissecting how we got to this point, Pakman also offers tangible solutions for how we can fix our broken system: increasing media literacy, cultivating intellectual humility, and consciously engaging with diverse viewpoints. As one early reader put it, "Pakman doesn't just diagnose the disease of disinformation--he prescribes the cure." Whether you're left-leaning, right-leaning, or somewhere in between, The Echo Machine challenges you to rethink the information you consume and recognize the forces shaping modern discourse. In an era where misinformation is rampant and democracy hangs in the balance, this book is an essential guide to navigating the political landscape with clarity and reason., AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER "For anyone who wants to stand up to disinformation and deepen their understanding of politics without getting lost in jargon, this book is essential reading." -Brian Tyler Cohen, YouTuber and bestselling author of Shameless From the host of The David Pakman Show comes a vital exploration of how right-wing extremism, media manipulation, and ideological echo chambers have eroded critical thinking and deepened political divisions -and how we can fight back to save our democracy The 2024 election cycle made one thing clear- disinformation isn't just a byproduct of our political system-it's a weaponized force shaping public opinion. In The Echo Machine , popular radio and podcast host David Pakman unpacks how misinformation spreads, why people become trapped in ideological bubbles, and the real-world consequences of media echo chambers on democracy. With his trademark clarity and sharp analysis, Pakman offers a roadmap for breaking free from cycles of manipulation and reclaiming critical thinking. Deeply researched and accessibly written, The Echo Machine is not just an expose but a call to action. Beyond dissecting how we got to this point, Pakman also offers tangible solutions for how we can fix our broken system- increasing media literacy, cultivating intellectual humility, and consciously engaging with diverse viewpoints. As one early reader put it, "Pakman doesn't just diagnose the disease of disinformation-he prescribes the cure." Whether you're left-leaning, right-leaning, or somewhere in between, The Echo Machine challenges you to rethink the information you consume and recognize the forces shaping modern discourse. In an era where misinformation is rampant and democracy hangs in the balance, this book is an essential guide to navigating the political landscape with clarity and reason.
LC Classification NumberJK1726.P357 2025
