
 Attack Ads!  The Podcast It Can't Happen Here
 Nov 24, 2024 
 Explore the chilling insights of Dorothy Thompson on the rise of fascism and its historical connections to America. Discover the parallels between early 20th-century Italy and current societal fears exploited for power. Delve into the legacy of Major General Smedley Butler and the bizarre coup conspiracy against FDR. Examine how wealthy elites influenced political narratives and reflect on the ominous similarities between past regimes and today's political landscape. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking journey through history and its echoes in modern times. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 4min 
 Fascism's Roots and Resurgence 
 04:14 • 16min 
 Fascist Symbols and American Historical Context 
 19:48 • 4min 
 Reflections on Smedley Butler's Legacy and Humor 
 23:41 • 2min 
 The Butler Conspiracy: A Coup in the Shadows 
 25:29 • 12min 
 Echoes of the Past: Oligarchs and Political Movements 
 37:13 • 8min 






