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Episode 175 - Suppression of the left

The Deprogram

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Suppression of Leftist Movements

This chapter examines the historical and modern repression of leftist movements, focusing on the legal measures employed by governments and corporations. It discusses specific laws like the Smith Act and McCarran Internal Security Act that target socialist groups while allowing far-right organizations to operate with less scrutiny. The chapter critiques the implications of these laws on civil liberties and draws parallels between past and current government actions against dissent.

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