What is *When the Clock Broke* by John Ganz about?

*When the Clock Broke* examines America’s political and social turmoil in the early 1990s, exploring the collapse of Reagan-era conservatism, rising populism, and fractures over race, economics, and globalization. John Ganz ties events like the LA riots, David Duke’s campaigns, and Ross Perot’s presidential bid to today’s polarization, arguing these crises foreshadowed modern extremism and institutional distrust.

Who should read *When the Clock Broke*?

This book suits readers interested in modern political history, the roots of Trumpism, or societal upheaval. It’s ideal for those analyzing populism, conspiracy theories, or how 1990s deregulation and racial tensions shaped today’s ideological divides. Academics and general audiences alike will appreciate its narrative depth and historical parallels.

Is *When the Clock Broke* worth reading?

Yes. Critics praise Ganz’s gripping storytelling and sharp analysis of how Reaganomics, white nationalism, and media shifts destabilized America. The book’s exploration of figures like Pat Buchanan and Rudy Giuliani offers fresh insights into contemporary politics, making it essential for understanding today’s fractured landscape.

What does “negative solidarity” mean in *When the Clock Broke*?

Ganz defines “negative solidarity” as unity forged through shared resentment rather than common goals. He uses it to explain how right-wing movements mobilized voters via anti-establishment rhetoric, racial scapegoating, and opposition to globalization during the 1990s recession.

How does *When the Clock Broke* explain the rise of right-wing movements?

The book links their growth to economic anxiety post-Reaganomics, cultural shifts, and systemic distrust. Ganz highlights David Duke’s racialized appeals, survivalist subcultures, and Rush Limbaugh’s media influence as catalysts, arguing these forces exploited disillusionment with bipartisan politics.

What role does the 1992 election play in the book?

The 1992 election—with Perot’s populism and Buchanan’s “culture war” rhetoric—serves as a climax. Ganz frames it as a rejection of establishment politics, revealing deepening divides over trade, identity, and America’s global role that reshaped both parties.

How does Ganz analyze race relations in *When the Clock Broke*?

He explores tensions through events like the Crown Heights riots and LA unrest, detailing how economic inequality and systemic racism fueled conflicts. The book also critiques bipartisan failures to address segregation’s legacy, linking these struggles to modern movements.

What critiques does Ganz offer of Reaganomics?

Ganz blames Reagan-era deregulation for the savings-and-loan crisis, wealth gaps, and deindustrialization. He argues these policies alienated the working class, creating fertile ground for conspiracism and anti-government sentiment in the 1990s.

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"When the Clock Broke" dissects how the early 1990s birthed today's political chaos. Hailed by Rick Perlstein as written by "the most important young political writer of his generation," Ganz's provocative analysis reveals: was America's cultural fracturing inevitable, or engineered?

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