Who Killed JFK? "Shots Have Been Fired"
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Nov 8, 2023 Explore the connection between Jack Ruby and Lee Harvey Oswald in the JFK assassination and the truth behind the assassination. Delve into the theories and investigations surrounding JFK's assassination, including government conspiracies and suspects. Discover the fear of nuclear war during the Cold War era and Kennedy's stance on communism. Learn about the Bay of Pigs Invasion, Kennedy's distrust of the CIA, and the Cuban Missile Crisis. Discuss the aftermath of JFK's assassination and suspicions of a conspiracy.
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Collective Trauma
- The assassination of JFK is a profound collective trauma due to the shared experience of witnessing it on live TV.
- This national trauma fostered distrust in the government and fueled the sentiment of "never trust anybody over 30."
Existing Distrust
- While JFK's assassination heightened distrust in government for many, people of color already held deep skepticism.
- The event potentially highlighted a shared experience of distrust for young white men.
Reiner's Skepticism
- Rob Reiner's skepticism of the official JFK assassination story began in a San Francisco club.
- He listened to Mort Sahl's political satire, focusing on government lies about Kennedy's death, sparking Reiner's interest.