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512. America in '68: The Chicago Riots (Part 5)

The Rest Is History

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Youth, Protest, and Chaos at the Convention

This chapter explores the formation and intentions of the Youth International Party (Yippies) as they prepare for the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. It delves into the tensions between peaceful protest and confrontational tactics, highlighting the class struggles and conflicting ideologies between the Yippies and police. As the narrative unfolds, it captures the charged atmosphere of the protests, the provocative actions of the Yippies, and the looming threat of chaos amidst a politically turbulent era.

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