The article explores the concept of 'woke right,' highlighting its historical roots in Pat Buchanan's 2011 book, 'Suicide of a Superpower.' It argues that the Trump movement's tactics parallel those of the illiberal left, employing identity grievance and ethnic consciousness to bolster the MAGA coalition. Notably, Buchanan's work illustrates how themes of protectionism, isolationism, and nativism were precursors to Trump's political approach, suggesting that the 'woke right' is not merely a reaction to left-wing politics but a longstanding ideology that predates contemporary discussions of wokeness.
One significant aspect to note is that Donald Trumpâs movement, often termed as 'woke right,' mirrors left-wing illiberalism in its focus on identity and grievances.
Pat Buchanan's 'Suicide of a Superpower' serves as a critical text, revealing how the themes of protectionism, isolationism, and nativism have been staples of right-wing populism long before Trump.
Critics suggest that the 'woke right' is merely a backlash to the left, yet it is clear that this ideology has been developing since before the left's version appeared.
Buchanan not only anticipated the rise of Trump's style of politics but also articulated themes like tribal striving and ethnic consciousness that are now central to the MAGA coalition.
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