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Part One: America's First Fascist Governor

Behind the Bastards

CHAPTER

Corruption and Chaos in Georgia Politics

This chapter investigates the scandalous actions of a Southern governor during an agricultural crisis, showcasing his refusal to address farmers' struggles while engaging in corrupt practices. It highlights the governor's manipulative tactics, from hiring family members to investigate the financial misconduct that went unchecked amidst a backdrop of populist rhetoric. The narrative further explores his controversial rule marked by dictatorial methods and conspiratorial maneuvers that would dominate Georgia's political landscape.

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