This chapter explores the complexities of the Vietnam War and the internal conflicts within the Democratic Party during the 1968 Democratic National Convention. It examines the clash between party politics and radical protests, highlighting the mobilization of activist groups like the Youth International Party. The narrative captures the escalating violence and confrontations that defined this pivotal moment in American political history.
When Chicago hosted the Democratic National Convention in 1968, it descended into riots in the street and chaos on the floor. Historian Rick Perlstein talks about whether 2024 risks a repeat.
This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd and Andi Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Noel King. Photo credit: Bettman / Getty Images.
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