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Conservative socialism?

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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From Marxism to Catholicism: A Journey of Ideological Transformation

This chapter examines an individual's shift from Marxist beliefs to Catholic faith, influenced by their Iranian upbringing and cultural experiences in the U.S. It explores the complexities of identity, ideological zeal, and the pursuit of universal truths while critiquing systemic economic inequalities in America. The conversation also highlights the challenges within the Republican Party related to its engagement with working-class values amidst rising corporate influence.

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