Join the Department of Political Science and the Institute for Democratic Empowerment and Pluralism for an illuminating book talk on The Unorthodox Presidency of Donald J. Trump. In this provocative discussion, Dr. Chapman Rackaway of Radford University will delve into how Trump's meteoric rise—from a campaign outsider employing a rough-and-tumble, take-no-prisoners approach to his unprecedented tenure as president—challenges conventional political norms and tests the very framework of American governance.

Drawing on the insightful analysis presented in the book, Dr. Rackaway will examine the ways in which Trump’s unconventional tactics have not only resonated with those feeling marginalized in a changing society but have also exposed long-standing vulnerabilities in the system of checks and balances. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how Trump's nontraditional methods question the durability of constitutional norms and what lasting impacts his presidency might have on the Oval Office.

Whether you’re a scholar, student, or simply curious about the evolution of U.S. politics, this event promises to offer a thoughtful exploration of one of the most significant political phenomena in recent history.