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The Paranoid Style in American Politics
Richard Hofstadter
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“In 1964, a very well-known historian called Richard Hofstadter published a book called The Paranoid Style in American Politics.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: conspiracy theories in politics
For: Historians and political science students
Key quote: “A very well-known historian called Richard Hofstadter published a book called The Paranoid Style in American Politics.”
The host discusses the historical context of conspiracy theories in American politics, particularly in relation to Richard Hofstadter's work. They highlight how Hofstadter's book, 'The Paranoid Style in American Politics,' captures the anxieties and resentments that fueled these theories during the early 1960s.