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Arrested Democracy, Pt .1
Weird Little Guys
Racial Anxieties and Conspiracy Theories in the 2008 Election
This chapter examines the historical context of the 2008 presidential election, focusing on Barack Obama's groundbreaking victory and the racial animosities that surrounded it. It discusses the rise of conspiracy theories, particularly the birther movement, and how they were fueled by deep-seated racism and denial among certain voter demographics. The chapter also introduces the concept of citizen's grand juries, exploring their use by extremist groups to target political figures and the links to militia movements.
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