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John Schmitz, conspiracy maniac who ran against Nixon, explores his extreme views and involvement with conspiracy theories. The chapter also discusses his impact on shaping the Republican party's thinking and the Epstein conspiracy and famous associations.
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- John Schmitz's far-right campaign in 1972 paved the way for the dominance of far-right populist conspiracy messaging in conservative politics.
- Schmitz's aggressive campaign tactics and utilization of media sound bites effectively attracted a base of dedicated supporters.
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John Schmitz's bid for the American Party nomination
John Schmitz, a right-wing Congressman, sees an opportunity to run for president under the American Party, filling the void left by George Wallace's shooting. He aligns himself with conspiracy theories and espouses a simple two-plank platform of winning wars and prioritizing those who work.
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