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REVENGE OF THE TIPPING POINT: Malcolm Gladwell Revisits the Science of Social Contagion

The Next Big Idea

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Shifting Narratives: The Holocaust in American Discourse

This chapter examines the historical context and societal lack of awareness surrounding the Holocaust in America before the 1980s, emphasizing the impact of an NBC miniseries in transforming public discourse. It discusses the initial challenges faced in establishing Holocaust museums, reflecting a desire among Jewish organizations to portray strength over victimhood. The analysis highlights how media and cultural touchstones can reshape societal narratives and collective memory surrounding tragic events.

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