Dr. Eric Crouse is a historian whose work delves into the complexities of American Cold War history and United States-Israel relations. His academic background informs his insightful analysis of the political and ideological currents that shaped these critical periods. Through his writing, Crouse offers readers a deeper understanding of the forces at play during the Cold War era and its lasting implications. He critically examines the intersection of faith, politics, and national identity in shaping historical events.
Crouse explores the significant influence of Reaganomics on conservative Christian support for Reagan, highlighting how it resonated with traditional American values such as individual opportunity, personal responsibility, and human freedom. These themes, central to Reagan's economic policies, galvanized this voter base, reflecting a deep connection between faith and political ideology during that era.
The breakdown of the Keynesian Revolution in the 1970s is explored through the lens of economic decline and political change. Eric Crouse delves into the era's economic literature, memoirs, and media to illustrate how stagflation challenged Keynesian policies and led to a shift in public opinion. The book highlights the debates between free-market and Keynesian economists and shows how Ronald Reagan's vision of small government reshaped American politics, marking a pivotal moment in economic history.
Standing with the Chosen People, 1948-1975
Focusing on the first five Arab-Israeli wars, the book explores the contrasting perspectives within American Christianity regarding Israel. It delves into the security concerns that shaped Israel's actions and highlights the passionate support from conservative Christians, who stood in stark opposition to the critical views of liberal Christian leaders. This dynamic illustrates the complexities of faith, politics, and international relations in the context of the Arab-Israeli conflict.
In this book, Crouse offers important insights on why Reaganomics was a major reason conservative Christians supported Reagan at the polls. They embraced and tapped into the traditional American values of individual opportunity, personal responsibility, and human freedom-all themes they believed... číst celé