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The Right-Wing’s Spooky New Acronym DEI Betrays an Old Prejudice

The New Abnormal

CHAPTER

The Historical Roots of Pro-German Sentiment in the United States

Delving into the admiration for Germany and disdain for democracy in the United States, the chapter explores figures like H.L. Mencken and George Virich who fervently supported Germany, delved into espionage, and engaged in anti-American propaganda. From the interwar period to present-day, the discussion navigates through historical revisionism, admiration for authoritarian leaders, and the intersection of isolationism with admiration for figures like Hitler.

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