409. The Nazis in Power: Hitler's War on the Jews (Part 6)
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The Tensions Between Nazi Radicalism and Conservatism
The tensions within the Nazi regime reflect a struggle between radicalism and conservatism. Initially, Nazi officials encouraged violence, but as pressure mounted, they called for calm and a restoration of order. Hitler, reliant on the support of business leaders, industrialists, generals, and elites, was torn between radicalism and conservatism. This conflict was likened to controlling a violent dog on a leash, with each outburst of violence and aggression gradually moving the regime further towards its goal. In 1935, Hitler ordered a halt to individual actions, provoking conflict between the activists calling for encouragement and the conservatives advocating for legal, orderly methods. This dynamic illustrates the ongoing tension between radicalism and conservatism within the Nazi leadership.
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