From the KKK to the state house: how neo-Nazi David Duke won office

David Duke, a former grand wizard of the Ku Klux Klan, reflects on his controversial rise to political power in Louisiana during the 1980s. The discussion highlights how his extremist ideologies managed to gain traction in mainstream politics. Duke shares insights on his identity struggles and attempts at respectability, including questionable publications. The conversation also examines the socio-political landscape of Louisiana during his ascent and the racial dynamics that shaped his unexpected success and the legacy of division he left behind.