• 62: Understanding The Rise of Demagogues with Adam Hochschild

  • Jul 17 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
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62: Understanding The Rise of Demagogues with Adam Hochschild

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  • Jen Rubin is joined this week by Adam Hochschild to discuss his book 'American Midnight: Fear, Magic, and the Reconstruction of Race in America'. He explores the parallels between the early 20th century and the present day, highlighting the rise of nativism, paranoia, and conspiracy theories.
    Adam delves into the factors that fueled fear and prejudice during World War I, including the conflict between nativists and immigrants, racial tensions, and the conflict between business and labor. He also discusses the role of figures like Louis F. Post and J. Edgar Hoover, as well as the lasting impact of the Immigration Act of 1924.
    Jen & Adam chat about how we all learn from history to prevent the repetition of such events.
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