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The Political Landscape of 1992: Rise of Controversial Figures and Shifting Conservative Values
The chapter explores the significant events of the year 1992, highlighting key moments such as the challenges to the two-party system, the emergence of controversial figures like David Duke and Pat Buchanan, and the changing conservative values in American politics. It discusses the rise of right-wing insurgency, the LA riots, talk radio's impact, and the discontent among a segment of the population that led to the rejection of traditional Republican values. Furthermore, it delves into how figures like Duke and Buchanan became symbols of the growing unrest and disconnection with the ruling elites, setting the stage for the transition of the Republican Party from Reagan's era to the rise of Trump.