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Ultra: The Plot to Overthrow the Government and Democracy in the 1940s

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ClassGraphic We will study an all-but-forgotten threat to American democracy from the 1940s. Before the United States entered World War II, an entrenched ultra-right authoritarian movement in this country plotted an insurrection using violence to overthrow the United States government. This group received support not only from the far-right media but also from many members of Congress, who spread the movement’s Nazi propaganda, publicly defended its conspirators, and obstructed a Justice Department investigation. We will listen to the Season One 8-episode podcast, Ultra, by Rachel Maddow, and together learn about this little-known story in our history. We will discuss whether and how it may resonate with our current political times. Study group members will explore each episode’s detailed examination of the plot to undermine democracy by discussing the meticulous research and compelling storytelling Maddow employs to illuminate this dark chapter of American history. By analyzing Maddow’s insightful commentary supplemented by selected readings and videos, we expect a thoughtful and lively discussion each week during our time together.
 

Class Details

7 Session(s)
Weekly - Wed

Location
Wieboldt Hall

Instructor
MultipleInstructor :
1.Linda Listrom2.Rick Kern 

Tuition: 

$0.00

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Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
10/23/2024 - 12/4/2024 Weekly - Wed 09:45 AM - 11:45 AM Chicago, Wieboldt Hall  Map Rick Kern  ; Linda Listrom 

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