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Time To Say Goodbye

Rural Rage Debunked and the other side of the fascism debate w Danny Bessner

Apr 10, 2024
Danny Bessner challenges the use of 'fascism' in American politics. The podcast discusses debunking 'White Rural Rage' and the dangers of liberal elite discourse. They explore the complexities of defining rural areas and the potential threat of political violence. The conversation also touches on billionaires seeking validation and impact through media platforms.
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  • Mischaracterizations of rural areas as violent and anti-Democratic may stem from ideological biases rather than intentional misconduct.
  • Academic criticism reveals discrepancies in expert opinions about rural Americans, raising questions on accurate portrayals.

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Misrepresentation of Rural America

The podcast episode discusses a book titled 'White Rural Rage' by Tom Schaller and Paul Waldman which argues that white rural Americans pose a threat to democracy due to their supposed support for violence and anti-Democratic viewpoints. However, a detailed fact-check revealed numerous errors in the book's citations and identified mischaracterizations of rural areas as urban or suburban. The misrepresentation of rural America suggests a lack of understanding of the structural forces that shape these communities.

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