This book is a comprehensive report on the 1968 U.S. presidential campaign, written by three British journalists who covered the event for the London Times. It delves into the primaries, the key candidates, and the significant events of the campaign, including the late entry and assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, the anti-war movements led by Eugene McCarthy and George McGovern, and the Republican primary contests involving Ronald Reagan, Nelson Rockefeller, and George Romney. The book also discusses the dramatic events at the 1968 Chicago convention and the broader political landscape of the time.
In 'The Politics of Rage', Dan T. Carter chronicles George Wallace's life from his early days to his significant role in politics. The book examines how Wallace, a populist who became a national symbol of racism, contributed to the conservative movement that shaped American politics in the late 20th century. Carter argues that Wallace's political strategies laid groundwork for later conservative leaders like Ronald Reagan and Newt Gingrich.
The Emerging Republican Majority, published in 1969, is a landmark book that predicted the rise of a conservative Republican majority in the United States. It explained how Richard Nixon's 1968 presidential victory marked the beginning of a significant political realignment, particularly through the 'Southern Strategy.' The book is considered a foundational text in understanding the transformation of American politics during that era.
“Segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever!”
George Wallace, Governor of Alabama, was one of the most successful third-party presidential candidates in American history. In 1968, he ran a populist campaign pitching himself against the Civil Rights movement. He pushed to uphold formal structures of white supremacy in the South, forever employing racist dog whistles at his rallies and in the media. He may not have won the presidency, but his approach paved the way for a new, incendiary brand of politics, which permeates American society to this day...
Join Dominic and Tom to discuss George Wallace’s 1968 campaign. They explore the legacy of his political career, how it shaped the modern Republican party, and why the Alabama Governor could be considered the precursor to Donald J. Trump.
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*The Rest Is History LIVE in the U.S.A.*
If you live in the States, we've got some great news: Tom and Dominic will be performing throughout America in November, with shows in San Francisco, L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston and New York.
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Twitter:
@TheRestHistory
@holland_tom
@dcsandbrook
Producer: Theo Young-Smith
Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis
Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor
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*The Rest Is History LIVE in the U.S.A.*
If you live in the States, we've got some great news: Tom and Dominic will be performing throughout America in November, with shows in San Francisco, L.A., Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Boston and New York.
Tickets on sale now at TheRestIsHistory.com
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Twitter:
@TheRestHistory
@holland_tom
@dcsandbrook
Producer: Theo Young-Smith
Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis + Alice Horrell
Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor
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The Rest Is History 
