
Nut Country Revisited feat. Steven Monacelli & Dr. Michael Phillips
It Could Happen Here
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Conspiracy, Culture, and Control in Texas
This chapter examines the rise of Alex Jones and his media influence in Texas, spotlighting the conspiracy theories he has propagated. It contextualizes the historical and social climate that nurtured distrust in government, tracing back to Texas's tumultuous past and fears surrounding issues like slavery and military governance. The narrative weaves together various threads of political unrest, racial tensions, and the propagation of antisemitic ideologies, illustrating how these elements shape contemporary far-right politics in the state.
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