The Ku Klux Klan in Colorado: A Historical Perspective

Exploring the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in Colorado during the 1920s, focusing on their agendas and strategies such as enforcing prohibition laws, combatting crime, and anti-Catholic sentiments. The chapter discusses the roots of historical conspiracy theories surrounding Catholics and Jews in Colorado, including the belief that Catholics aimed to gain political control and suppress Protestant freedoms. It also delves into the impact of the internet on spreading and reinforcing conspiracy theories, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and evidence-based knowledge.