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Part One: How Orange County Incubated American Fascism

Behind the Bastards

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The History of Orange County and its Political Shifts

This chapter discusses the history of Orange County, California in the 1960s and its transition from a conservative stronghold to a more diverse region. It explores the rise of conservative politics in Orange County and its significance in the emergence of figures like John Schmitz. The chapter also highlights the suburban development and economic growth fueled by defense spending.

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