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Self in Society Podcast
Robert Alan Goldberg on the Klan in Colorado
Jul 29, 2020
Historian Robert Alan Goldberg discusses the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in Colorado during the 1920s, their agendas and strategies, and the impact on politics and justice. The podcast also explores conspiracy theories, Klan influence in Colorado towns, and manipulation of law and order throughout American history.
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- The Klan in 1920s Colorado focused on political power, electing officials and influencing laws.
- Different Klan periods showcased varied agendas including violence, politics, and conspiracy theories.
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Robert Allen Goldberg's Journey and Research on the Ku Klux Klan in Colorado
Robert Allen Goldberg discusses how he came to study the Ku Klux Klan in Colorado, which was part of his dissertation. He explains his research process, highlighting the challenge of obtaining membership lists for studying the Klan's demographics. Goldberg chose Colorado due to its politically powerful Klan and availability of membership records, revealing the Klan's significant political influence, such as electing senators, governors, and local officials, despite the state's unexpected Klan history.
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