It Could Happen Here Weekly 174
Behind the Bastards
Politics and Commercialization
This chapter explores the ineffectiveness of traditional political activism and suggests more impactful actions, while also delving into the peculiar intersection of politics and commercial interests, exemplified by a bizarre Tesla promotion from a former president. It further examines public protests and vandalism surrounding Tesla, revealing how political motives intertwine with consumer behavior.
All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file.
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Understanding Rojava’s Tishrin Dam Resistance
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Anarchism In Uruguay feat. Andrew, Pt. 1
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Chuck Schumer and the Collaborators
- Behind the Tesla Attacks
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Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #8
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Chuck Schumer and the Collaborators
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Behind the Tesla Attacks
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