Kimberly's Reviews > Hiding in Plain Sight: The Invention of Donald Trump and the Erosion of America

This book will infuriate you if you aren't already. Sarah Kendzior tracks the rise of Trump from the 80's through today. She explores how our democracy is being threatened and how our popular media and how leaders on both sides of the aisle fail to hold him accountable, and thus are failing American democracy. The most terrifying thing, and something that will now consume all of my worry energy, is how the unprecedented access that Ivanka and Jared have positions them to rise in power and influence - and maybe to the Presidency if they aren't kept in check.

The author weaves in her personal narrative including her experiences during 9/11, the Ferguson protests, and the 2016 election. This book isn't a call to action, or even a wake up call - it's likely that the typical reader of this book is already a member of this choir. In the epilogue she writes about taking her kids on trips to historical sites so they can bear witness to our history and remember the America that was. This book feels like she is her way to bear witness so she can say 'I told you so' when the shit REALLY hits the fan.