Disruption?

This impressive volume marshals a remarkable range of perspectives to probe the impact of Donald Trump on the US Senate. Shedding a welcome light on the norms, rules, and legislative performance of the contemporary Senate, the authors offer nuanced lessons about the ways in which Trump challenged * and was challenged bysenators and their institution. A must read for anyone who cares about the health of the US Congress.Sarah Binder, Professor of Political Science, George Washington University, and Senior fellow, Brookings *
The relationship between President Trump and the US Senate is a fascinating and complex story, yet one that is seldom told. This impressive collection of scholars and political observers sheds new light into the ways that Trump did, and did not, disrupt the Senate. * Matthew Green, Professor of Politics, The Catholic University of America *
In this impressive volume, Theriault has amassed an eclectic cadre of distinguished political scientists, historians, journalists, and political professionals to analyze the extent to which 'the Trump Show' really did overturn the Senate's apple carts * as is often asserted or presumed in contemporary political discourseor if he was in fact more along for the ride. Moreover, the volume serves as a singular guide to the many profound ways that Senate policymaking has changed over the past few decades. From filibuster use to negotiation tactics to communication strategies to centralization, polarization, and representation dynamics, this volume covers it all, and it does so in a consistently lively, engaging way. The authors offer different perspectives and sometimes reach different conclusionsincluding some provocative oneswhich adds to the enjoyment that scholars and lay readers alike will take away from it.David C. Barker, Professor of Government, American University *