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Part One: How Orange County Incubated American Fascism

Behind the Bastards

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The Influence of the Military-Industrial Complex

This chapter discusses how the military-industrial complex influences people's perception of national security and defense spending, highlighting the irony of excessive spending despite geographical protection and military advantage. It explores the connections between libertarianism, the Christian right, and the weapons industry, shedding light on their claims for peace while supporting weapon production and distribution.

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