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Part Two: Push the Button: The Brief Life and Quick Death of Giuseppe Zangara

Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

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Desperation and Isolation: The Case of Czolgosz

This chapter examines the life of Leon Czolgosz, the man who assassinated President McKinley, highlighting his isolation from anarchist communities and the desperate measures he took to gain legitimacy. It reflects on the broader implications of individual radical actions within political movements, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts and the tragic consequences of disconnection.

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