Behind the Bastards Part Two: How Conservatism Won
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Apr 4, 2024 Exploration of rightward societal shifts and neoliberalism's influence. Financial gains of conservatism and Reagan's anti-Berkeley tactics. Humorous cat-FBI takeover and political commentary. Reagan's battles against student activism, budget cuts, and police brutality impact. Rise of conservative economic policies and unethical asbestos practices. Evolution of conservative think tanks shaping policy and threats against establishments.
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News Blackout
- National news ignored the Baltimore container ship incident for hours, focusing on Trump and other irrelevant interviews.
- This highlights the importance of alternative news sources like Twitter for timely information.
Politicization of Everything
- Conservatives have politicized nearly every aspect of American life, from pandemic precautions to car safety features.
- This makes it difficult to achieve consensus and address important issues.
Powell Memorandum's Attack on Liberalism
- The Powell Memorandum, written by soon-to-be Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell, urged a coordinated attack on liberalism.
- Powell advocated for destroying figures like Ralph Nader, who championed car safety features like seatbelts.