Annika Brockschmidt, a German historian and expert on authoritarianism, joins Andrew Seidel to explore unsettling parallels between contemporary America and 1930s Germany. They discuss the rise of authoritarianism, legal manipulation, and propaganda techniques used by both regimes. Brockschmidt highlights the critical importance of civic engagement in resisting these trends, while examining how average citizens and political leaders can protect democracy. The conversation raises urgent questions about political violence and the protections of constitutional principles today.
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Are We 1930s Germany?
The United States is compared to 1930s Germany, raising concerns about authoritarianism and fascism.
Andrew Seidel questions if online discussions trivialize valid comparisons to Nazism, benefiting fascists.
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Annika Brockschmidt
Die Braunstifter
Die Braunstifter
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Mein Kampf
Adolf Hitler
Mein Kampf, written by Adolf Hitler while he was imprisoned following the failed Beer Hall Putsch in 1923, is a two-volume work that combines autobiography and political treatise. The book details Hitler's early life, his experiences during World War I, and his increasing antisemitism and militarism. It outlines his vision for Germany, including the need for Lebensraum (living space) in Eastern Europe, and his racist and anti-Semitic views. The work became the central text of National Socialism and a blueprint for Hitler's policies, including aggressive foreign policy and the persecution of Jews and other minority groups.
American Crusade
How the Supreme Court Is Weaponizing Religious Freedom
Andrew L. Seidel
In 'American Crusade', Andrew L. Seidel examines key Supreme Court cases over the last thirty years, including cases like 'Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission', 'Trump v. Hawaii', and the recent overturning of 'Roe v. Wade'. Seidel argues that the Supreme Court has turned the protection of religious freedom into a tool to impose Christian privilege and undermine the separation of church and state. The book is a meticulously researched and deeply insightful account of the current political landscape, emphasizing the dangers of Christian nationalism and the importance of maintaining a secular government to protect true religious liberty.
The Founding Myth
Andrew L. Seidel
Andrew L. Seidel's "The Founding Myth" challenges the widely held belief that the United States was founded as a Christian nation. The book meticulously examines historical documents and legal precedents to demonstrate the separation of church and state enshrined in the Constitution. Seidel exposes the historical inaccuracies and deliberate misrepresentations used to promote a narrative of Christian nationalism. He argues that this myth has been used to justify discrimination and undermine democratic values. The book serves as a crucial resource for understanding the ongoing struggle between religious freedom and the separation of church and state in America.
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In the inaugural episode of One Nation Indivisible, host Andrew L. Seidel explores the provocative question of whether the United States today mirrors Germany in the 1930s. Joined by German historian Annika Brockschmidt, the episode examines historical parallels, focusing on the rise of authoritarianism and fascist tendencies in both countries. They discuss the use of legal mechanisms, political violence, and propaganda, highlighting similarities and differences between Trump and Hitler. The conversation delves into how average citizens and political figures can act to resist these dangerous trends, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement and vigilance in preserving democracy.
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