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Mentioned in 12 episodes
Prequel
An American Fight Against Fascism
Book • 2023
In 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism,' Rachel Maddow explores the clandestine network that flooded the U.S.
with disinformation aimed at undermining the war effort and promoting antisemitism and authoritarian rule during World War II. The book details the sophisticated and well-funded campaign to destroy citizens' confidence in their elected leaders and the heroic efforts of activists, journalists, and prosecutors who exposed and countered this plot.
Maddow draws parallels between these historical events and the present day, emphasizing the recurring tactics of fascist and authoritarian movements.
with disinformation aimed at undermining the war effort and promoting antisemitism and authoritarian rule during World War II. The book details the sophisticated and well-funded campaign to destroy citizens' confidence in their elected leaders and the heroic efforts of activists, journalists, and prosecutors who exposed and countered this plot.
Maddow draws parallels between these historical events and the present day, emphasizing the recurring tactics of fascist and authoritarian movements.
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Mentioned by Michael Moynihan as the author of a book comparing contemporary politics to historical fascism.
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Guilty, Actually
Recommended by Stacey Abrams as a book that should also be called Preview and Prescient, highlighting its relevance to current events.
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Rachel Maddow on Winning America’s Fight Against Fascism
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Dan Snow as her latest book covering the attempt to overturn American democracy in the 1930s and 40s.
Dan Snow as her latest book covering the attempt to overturn American democracy in the 1930s and 40s.
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Fascism in America
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Brian McLaren as a book about support in the United States for the Nazis and for Hitler in the 1930s.
Brian McLaren as a book about support in the United States for the Nazis and for Hitler in the 1930s.
Ep. 188 Brian McLaren - Learning to See Fascism & Learning to Resist by Telling a Better Story (with episode co-host Don Morrow)
Mentioned by Amy Koberling as being started by dermatologist Dr. Samantha Ellis, highlighting her collaboration with cosmetic chemists.
Unmasking Skincare Marketing feat. Amy Koberling, PA
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Stephen Colbert as a New York Times bestseller, discussing the ultra-right plots to bring authoritarian rule to the United States in the 1930s and 40s.
Stephen Colbert as a New York Times bestseller, discussing the ultra-right plots to bring authoritarian rule to the United States in the 1930s and 40s.
Rachel Maddow | Error Traffic Control
