Summary of How Civil Wars Start: And How to Stop Them by Barbara F. Walter

Detailed SUMMARY of How Civil Wars StartDISCLAIMERThis is NOT a publication of the original author but an independent work of Nick T. Smith.It is an in-depth excerpt and awesome summary with great value of the book and does not intend to take the place of the main book. This book doesn't in any way take the place of the first book but function as a comprehensive and concise guide for you.Barbara F. Walter, a political scientist, presents a harsh and well-informed warning that the United States may be on the verge of another civil war. Walter highlights factors that make countries vulnerable to sectarian violence, such as a government that is neither democratic nor totalitarian, the loss of status by a historically dominant ethnic group, and the closing of political avenues for change, based on her extensive research into foreign conflicts.When it comes to how social media fuels political unrest, Walter points out that Facebook and other companies have shown little inclination to respond to police calls for ethnic cleansing and violence in Myanmar. At the same time, they are providing a platform for anti-democratic political organizing even in countries with strong democratic traditions, such as Sweden. Walter analyzes the growing visibility of right-wing militias in the United States, drawing incisive comparisons to civilizations where ethnic grievances have been used to mobilize armed forces for civil war.Such organizations, aided and supported by white supremacists in other nations and America’s geopolitical adversaries, could eventually engage in military resistance to the government. Walter says that America must improve its democratic institutions by making elections freer and more open and expanding civics education to avoid civil war. This wake-up call is distinguished by its clear analysis and global perspective.This book summary is short but detailed. It enables you to have the central thoughts of the main book in minutes.Click on the “BUY NOW” button to get your copy NOW.