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Episode 6: Under Pressure

Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra

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Political Blackmail and Tragic Consequences

The chapter narrates the sinister political blackmail and tragic consequences faced by Senator Lester Hunt and his son Buddy at the hands of Senator McCarthy and his allies in the Senate. From fabricated charges to pressure tactics involving posters resembling wanted posters, the Hunts face relentless coercion aimed at influencing political outcomes. The escalating pressure culminates in Senator Hunt's resignation and subsequent suicide, shedding light on the devastating impact of McCarthy's ruthless actions.

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