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487: John Ganz: How the 1990s Broke America - Con Men, and Conspiracies, and a Failed Transition from the Reagan Years
The Realignment
Exploring Alternate Histories: Conspiracism, Political Decisions, and the 2008 Financial Crisis
This chapter delves into the breakdown of conspiracism in the early 1990s, referencing events like Timothy McVeigh, the Waco Siege, and Columbine, while contemplating different outcomes of historical events like Al Gore becoming president and the non-invasion of Iraq. The discussion also touches on the impact of the 2008 financial crisis, examining its aftermath, and its potential role in shaping movements such as the Tea Party and policies like Obamacare.
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