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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

The Briefing with Albert Mohler

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The Origins of Extremism in American Politics

This chapter delves into the origins and meaning of the word 'extreme' in relation to politics, focusing on the 1964 presidential race and Barry Goldwater as an example. It discusses how the term is used to marginalize and dismiss certain views in political discourse, and analyzes the controversy surrounding the new Speaker of the House, who is labeled as a right-wing extremist.

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