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Part One: Blue Dawn: A Right Wing Fantasy of Leftist Revolution

Behind the Bastards

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Satire and Speculation in Right-Wing Literature

This chapter explores a provocative fictional book that reflects real-world political themes, particularly surrounding right-wing portrayals of leftist politics. The hosts critique the absurd narratives found in contemporary right-wing literature, such as vanity publishing and speculative fiction, drawing connections to the paranoia and extreme reactions during Obama's presidency. Through humorous commentary, they analyze the implications of these narratives and the bizarre twists in conservative alternative histories.

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