In the Time of the Right Reflections on Liberation

by Suzanne Pharr

In The Time of The Right constructs a progressive view of the politics of our time that will make sense to students, activists and all who are trying to understand the current threat to democracy. A long-time economic and social justice worker from the South, Pharr blends personal anecdote and contemporary cutting-edge analysis- along with a vision of a multi-issue, multi-racial movement- to create a powerful call to action for each of us.

Genres: Nonfiction, Feminism

Paperback

First published June 1, 1996

About the author

Suzanne Pharr is an american author and activist, best known for her work in feminist theory, namely her book Homophobia: A Weapon of Sexism.

Reviews

[Grace Pereira · Rating 4 out of 5]

straight-forward and well-organized explanation of the tools used by the Right wing in America; unfortunate to see all of these impacts very much thriving and worsening still today

[Jackie Blackburn · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Must-read for the budding sociology student. It really breaks down the world in a way that helps you see how many interests can be at play, and how our society functions. It can be a bit difficult to get through if you aren't very great at reading an educational format, but it is well worth the effort. I suggest reading with a group and having discussion about the parts you find difficult to understand. This book is definitely paradigm shifting!

[Sadie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pharr succinctly explains origins of the political Right's success in the last 25 years.

Her analysis boils down to the myth of a shortage of resources, but she effectively describes why this notion is so appealing to US citizens, and how the Right has built its political strategy around the propagation of that myth.

[Shoshanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

good reminder of why we do our organizing work. got my juices flowing and reconnected to our mission in the revolution