

Part Four: America's First Fascist Governor
4 snips Oct 17, 2024
Joining the discussion is Robert Evans, a prominent journalist and author known for his insightful commentary on history and politics. He delves into Eugene Talmadge, America's first fascist governor, and his notorious reign in Georgia during the early 1940s. The conversation covers Talmadge's oppressive white supremacist policies, the backlash against educational reform by Walter D. Cocking, and the racial violence that marred his legacy. This chilling exploration reveals the troubling parallels between Talmadge's era and today's political landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Rise of America's First Fascist Governor
03:00 • 4min
Education Reform and Racial Tensions in Georgia
06:50 • 15min
Unraveling American Fascism: The Case of a Governor
21:55 • 8min
Political Turmoil in Georgia: Race and Resistance
29:32 • 20min
Controversies of the 1946 Georgia Election
49:47 • 8min
The Tumultuous Legacy of Eugene Talmadge
57:35 • 19min
Georgia's Political Evolution and Sponsorship Insights
01:16:32 • 8min