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Behind the News: Marx for Cats w/ Leigh Claire La Berge

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The Historical Significance and Symbolism of Cats

This chapter explores the historical significance and symbolism of cats throughout different time periods. It discusses how cats were associated with disorder, anti-state, anti-church, and anti-authoritarian positions, and how these meanings have evolved over time. The chapter also examines how different classes and parties have aligned with the cat as a symbol of revolution.

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