The Dissenter cover image

#831 Freddie deBoer: How Elites Ate the Social Justice Movement

The Dissenter

00:00

The Rise of American Radicalism in the 1970s and 1980s

This chapter explores the history of American radicalism in the 1970s and the subsequent backlash that led to the administration of Ronald Reagan in the 1980s. The stagnation of the economy during this period contributed to the rise of conservative principles and the curtailment of union rights.

Play episode from 02:40
Transcript

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app