{"title":"Luke A. Nichter","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful works of \u003cstrong\u003eLuke A. Nichter\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished author renowned for his expertise in American politics and history. With a sharp analytical lens, Nichter delves into the intricacies of political movements and pivotal moments that have shaped the modern landscape of governance. His ability to unravel complex events with clarity and detail makes his books a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of current affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNichter's engaging writing style is well showcased in his work, \u003cem\u003eThe Year That Broke Politics\u003c\/em\u003e, where he meticulously examines the shifts and turmoils that defined a transformative period in political history. Each title in his collection offers readers a blend of scholarly research and accessible narratives, making them invaluable resources for both students of politics and general readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Luke A. Nichter's collection today and gain a deeper appreciation for the forces that continue to influence political discourse worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-year-that-broke-politics-by-luke-a-nichter-9780300280135","title":"The Year That Broke Politics","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe unknown story of the election that set the tone for today's fractured politics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA \u003cem\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/em\u003e Best Book of 2023: Politics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"The book is a delightful demolition of the many political myths that continue to muddy our understanding of that election year. . . . Nichter's book stands out for its clear, direct prose and the scrupulous research on which it's based.\" — Barton Swaim, \u003cem\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1968 presidential race was a contentious battle between vice president Hubert Humphrey, Republican Richard Nixon, and former Alabama governor George Wallace. The United States was reeling from the assassinations of Martin Luther King, Jr., and Robert F. Kennedy and was bitterly divided on the Vietnam War and domestic issues, including civil rights and rising crime. Drawing on previously unexamined archives and numerous interviews, Luke A. Nichter upends the conventional understanding of the campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNichter chronicles how the evangelist Billy Graham met with Johnson after the president's attempt to re-enter the race was stymied by his own party, and offered him a deal: Nixon, if elected, would continue Johnson's Vietnam War policy and also not oppose his Great Society if Johnson would soften his support for Humphrey. Johnson agreed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNichter also shows that Johnson was far more active in the campaign than has previously been described; that Humphrey's resurgence in October had nothing to do with his changing his position on the war; that Nixon's \"Southern Strategy\" has been misunderstood, since he hardly even campaigned there; and that Wallace's appeal went far beyond the South and anticipated today's Republican populism. This eye-opening account of the political calculations and manoeuvring that decided this fiercely fought election reshapes our understanding of a key moment in twentieth-century American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47341474349292,"sku":"9780300280135","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24799093482294.jpg?v=1772192491"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/luke-a-nichter.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}