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Episode 1: Dr. Hunt

Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra

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The Tragic Suicide of Senator Hunt from Wyoming

This chapter recounts the events leading up to the suicide of Senator Hunt in his Senate office on a Saturday morning in 1954, exploring the reasons behind his decision not to run for reelection. Despite being a popular and well-regarded Senator, there are hints of underlying issues beyond just physical health problems, leading to speculation about the true reasons behind his choices. The mysterious death of Senator Hunt sheds light on the political tensions and extreme factions in the United States during that time.

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