Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics cover image

The Evolution of Modern Conservatism with Matthew Continetti

Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics

CHAPTER

Henry Ford and the Politics of Freedom

Huey Long, Charles Coughlin were populist figures on the fringes of the right. Ford was a virulent anti-Semite and considered running for president in 1920s. Author says they fit into story of southern agrarian populism that's held together by racial animus. John Avlon: There's a certain point at which populism draws the left and makes two things indistinguishable.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner