As a historic wave of democratic erosion continues around the world, in her latest book, Women in Power, Linda examines how women political leaders are affected by rising authoritarianism and violent extremism—and how they are fighting back to create more resilient democracies and defeat authoritarian attacks. Based on field research and exclusive interviews with a dozen recent and current women leaders, many of whom have flown under the radar despite tackling existential crises facing their countries, this book assesses governing formulas and systemic reforms that successfully shore up democracy.
From Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen to Moldova’s Maia Sandu to Mia Mottley in Barbados, these women repelled hybrid attacks from China, Russia, and other sources and introduced substantial
governance reforms. Robinson brings her deep expertise in foreign policy and national security to reveal how women are excelling as commanders in chief and changemakers on the global stage. The book provides fungible governing formulas for aspiring leaders who seek to lead and contribute to democratic resilience at a critical time.
