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487: John Ganz: How the 1990s Broke America - Con Men, and Conspiracies, and a Failed Transition from the Reagan Years

The Realignment

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The Rise of Conspiracies and Alternative Politics in the 1990s

Exploring the emergence of a unique era in politics during the 1990s marked by figures like David Duke running for governor of Louisiana, Donald Trump attracting non-traditional Republican voters, and the distinction between right-wing and conservative ideologies. The chapter delves into how third-party candidates like Ross Perot and the strategies of figures such as Ralph Nader and Trump have impacted the political landscape and challenged traditional party dynamics.

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