Geopolitical Economy Report

History of US empire: JFK, Cold War, European colonialism and Bay of Pigs

Feb 27, 2023
Historian Aaron Good discusses the rise of JFK, the Cold War, European colonialism, and the Bay of Pigs. They explore JFK's presidency, his support for Third World nationalism, his struggles with the deep state, and his accomplishments in the Cuban Missile Crisis. They also dive into the life of Joseph Kennedy Sr., the influence of television on JFK's campaign, and the connections between the Kennedy administration and the Rockefeller family.
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