This book presents a critical analysis of the anti-democratic and pro-authoritarian ideologies that exist in rural communities in the United States. The author book also explores and recontextualizes existing research in rural education within this anti-democratic framework, as well as theorizing the consequences of this ideology as it takes place in the rural United States, specifically in regards to the physical and ideological shaping of rural communities to meet the needs of capitalist accumulation. Finally, it discusses the ways rural youth can reclaim the public sphere within their communities through critical education.

Analyzes influences on rural areas of the United States including religion, education, ideology, and economic policy Applies critical geographic lens to existing literature in spatial production and research in rural education to create focused understanding of the ways neoliberalism is shaping rural spaces Explores the environmental consequences of both neoliberal capitalism and religious fundamentalism in the rural United States

Autorentext
Jason A. Cervone received his PhD from the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, USA. He has worked with rural schools and districts in New York, New England, Virginia, and Arkansas as a Project Director for UCLA Center X.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Corporatizing Rural Schools.- 3. Religious and Market Fundamentalisms.- 4. Environmental Sacrifice.- 5. Production of Rural Space.- 6. Destructive Identities.- 7. Conclusion.