Joe Conason’s “It Can Happen Here” - A Review From DailyKos

As you can see from the permanent link to his articles, Joe Conason is one of our favorite political writers. Here is a tremendous review of his new book, “It Can Happen Here,” courtesy of the DailyKos.

"Telling the political story of the creeping unitary executive has been a challenge for both observant traditionalists and progressives. Resorting to Hitler comparisons when discussing the nation’s constitutional plight with the underinformed brings easy dismissal on the grounds of exaggeration. Drawing parallels between the rise of European fascism invites discussions of minute and often unimportant distinctions about whether uniforms are worn or trains run on time. Delving back further to comparisons with the Roman Empire rely heavily on a knowledge base that is often lacking in modern discussions.

But Joe Conason has hit upon an elegant solution on which to hang a very American narrative by reviving interest in Sinclair Lewis’ disturbingly prescient It Can’t Happen Here, written in 1935 as a response to Lewis’ concern about the rise of Italian fascism."

We haven't yet read the book, but feel very good about recommending it based on Conason's excellent work to-date, as well as this glowing review.