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Flashback: Glenn Retraces the 30-Year Domestic War on Civil Liberties that Launched Gore Vidal’s Political Transformation

System Update with Glenn Greenwald

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Balancing Safety and Civil Liberties

This chapter explores the FBI's increased scrutiny of Trump supporters as the 2024 election nears, raising concerns about the potential infringement on civil liberties. It discusses the implications of categorizing domestic dissent as an extremist threat and critiques the Biden administration's stance on this issue. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the historical evolution of domestic surveillance and the militarization of police forces in the U.S., highlighting significant incidents that have shaped contemporary attitudes towards dissent and government authority.

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