We must all be left conservatives now
Christopher Lasch, Steve Bannon and Donald Trump all understand the unique current of our historical moment.
ByNew Times,
New Thinking.
Lee Siegel is the author of seven books, including, most recently, Why Argument Matters. He wishes to thank the Open Society Foundations for its generous support.
Christopher Lasch, Steve Bannon and Donald Trump all understand the unique current of our historical moment.
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