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1992: The year politics broke

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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The Unconventional Rise of David Duke

David Duke emerged in American life as the face of the Klan and neo-Nazism, culminating in his success as a state legislator in Louisiana in the late 1980s. Despite being a political failure for a long time, Duke's notable run as a Republican candidate faced opposition from the party's establishment at both state and national levels, showcasing his ability to maintain a loyal following despite significant resistance.

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