
Nut Country Revisited feat. Steven Monacelli & Dr. Michael Phillips
It Could Happen Here
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The Dark Financial Roots of McCarthyism
This chapter explores the financial backing of McCarthyism by wealthy Texas oil magnates, focusing on figures like Clinton Murchison and H.L. Hunt. It discusses the aggressive actions of hard-right groups against progressive ideals in education, while also addressing the suppression of dissenting artists. The narrative connects historical political dynamics to contemporary issues of reform and the influence of affluent individuals in shaping societal dialogues.
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