Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra Episode 4: Spectacle
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Jul 8, 2024 The podcast discusses the surprising support of influential figures for Nazi war criminals, clashes over prosecuting them, and the rise of Senator Joseph McCarthy. It also explores the controversial America First Committee, Charles Lindbergh's views on WWII, and the backing of defeated Nazis in America. The investigation into the Malmene massacre and McCarthy's disruptive tactics in Senate hearings add drama to the narrative.
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Chicago Tribune's Controversial Stance
- The Chicago Tribune, under Robert McCormick, was a powerful, controversial newspaper.
- It openly praised Mussolini, advocating for dictatorships and engaging in questionable tactics.
Opposition to FDR and WWII
- The Chicago Tribune and its publisher, Robert McCormick, were staunch critics of FDR.
- They actively supported the America First Committee, opposing U.S. involvement in WWII.
Unexpected Support for Nazis
- After WWII, some right-wing figures, including the Chicago Tribune, oddly championed Nazi war criminals.
- This unexpected move garnered support within the Republican party.