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Silent Coup

How Corporations Overthrew Democracy
By Matt Kennard and Claire Provost
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Silent Coup by Matt Kennard and Claire Provost delves into the intricacies of how multinational corporations and wealthy elites are assuming power from democratic governments. The authors explore tactics like strategic lobbying and court battles, revealing the growing influence these entities exert on global political landscapes. It's a compelling examination of contemporary political dynamics that challenges the reader to rethink the state of democracy in today's world.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the mechanisms of global power dynamics and concerned about the influence multinational corporations have on democracy. It unravels the hidden forces reshaping the world, making it perfect for readers interested in deep dives into current affairs and political strategies.

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Silent Coup

A journalistic exposΓ© of the global takeover of political power by corporations, which increasingly decide how justice is defined, resources are allocated, and territories are governed

A journalistic exposΓ© of the global takeover of political power by corporations, which increasingly decide how justice is defined, resources are allocated, and territories are governed

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As European empires crumbled in the 20th century, the power structures that had dominated the world for centuries were up for renegotiation. Yet instead of a rebirth for democracy, what emerged was a silent coup – namely, the unstoppable rise of global corporate power.

Exposing the origins of this epic power grab as well as its present-day consequences, Silent Coup is the result of two investigative journalists' reports from 30 countries around the world. It provides an explosive guide to the rise of a corporate empire that now dictates how resources are allocated, how territories are governed, and how justice is defined.

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Silent Coup by Matt Kennard and Claire Provost has been praised as a profound investigation into the hidden machinations of corporate power and its impact on democracy and human rights. Well-regarded for its engaging and accessible style, the book exposes how corporations have gained influence over judicial systems and governments worldwide. It combines gripping investigative journalism with a hopeful narrative, highlighting the struggles of communities resisting these powerful forces. It's considered essential reading for those interested in understanding the dynamics of modern capitalism and global corporate dominance.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350269989

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 296

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Claire Provost Education & Reference Matt Kennard Non-Fiction Politics & Current Affairs

About the Author

Claire Provost is co-founder and codirector of the new non-profit Institute for Journalism and Social Change. She was previously Head of Global Investigations at the independent media outlet openDemocracy, a fellow at the Centre for Investigative Journalism (CIJ) in London, and a data journalist at the Guardian. This is her first book. Matt Kennard is co-founder, and chief investigator, at Declassified UK, a news outlet investigating British foreign policy. He was a fellow and then director at the Centre for Investigative Journalism (CIJ) in London, UK. He has worked as a staff writer for the Financial Times in Washington, DC, New York, and London. He is the author of two acclaimed books: Irregular Army (2012) and The Racket (2015).

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