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Part Three: Lee Atwater: The Political Dirty Tricks Artist Who Gave us President(s) George Bush

Behind the Bastards

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The Legacy of Lee Atwater

This chapter examines the profound influence of political strategist Lee Atwater on modern Republican politics, revealing how his aggressive tactics reshaped the party's approach to elections. It reflects on the implications of Atwater's strategies for voter perceptions, the rise of figures like Trump, and the prioritization of image over integrity in political campaigns.

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