Beyond political correctness : social transformation in the United States / Michael S. Cummings.

1555878636 (alk. paper)
9781555878634 (alk. paper)
1588260062
9781588260062

Boulder, Colo. : L. Rienner Publishers, 2001.

English

x, 339 pages ; 23 cm

JC574.2.U6 C85 2001

320.51/3/0973

"Why does the right dominate debates on crime, family values, and economic freedom? Why does the left defend such arbitrary and divisive aspects of affirmative action, while equivocating on questions of ecology and political empowerment for young people? The answer, Cummings believes, is that too many progressives have avoided politically sensitive issues, condemning themselves to intellectual atrophy and political ineffectiveness." "Cummings clearly is not an advocate for the "self-serving, hypocritical right." But he contends that the left handicaps itself with political correctness, and that frank analysis of taboo topics requires us to move beyond the traditional dichotomy of left and right. With passion and rigor, he argues for a transformation of U.S. culture and institutions that will enable individuals to pursue their vital interests without impinging on the rights of others and undermining the public good."--Jacket.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 317-328) and index.

Transformations in politics and society.

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