The New Right Papers

by Robert W. Whitaker (Editor), William A. Rusher, Clyde N. Wilson

Presents a collection of essays explaining the characteristics and goals of the New Right, an important element in modern American politics, and discussing its philosophy, values, historical background, and issues

Genres: Politics, Essays

236 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1982

About the author

Robert W. Whitaker has "been there and done that" in the world of politics. His unique perspective is insightful and vital. You may not agree with everything he says, but he will make you think. Bob Whitaker was born and raised in South Carolina, went to the University of South Carolina and the University of Virginia Graduate School. He has been a college professor, international aviation negotiator, Capitol Hill senior staffer, Reagan Administration appointee, and writer for the Voice of America.

He has written numerous articles and three books. Bob now lives in Columbia, SC.

Reviews

[Radu · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent and insightful series of essays from the 1980s regarding the split that occurred in the Republican Party at the time between the socially conservative Paleo-Conservative wing and radically liberal Neo-Conservative wing of the party, the latter of which would eventually take over and dominate the party's policies for the better part of 30 years.

The New Right, as it is defined in this book, would go on to manifest in radically different ways in the years following its publication and form as the foundation for many schools of politics on the dissident right and continue to do so as of this writing.

This book is an obscure gem that I'd highly recommend reading at least once.