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Democrats Re-Inventing Themselves . . Again-Big Picture with Jack Atherton
Join Jack Atherton for a compelling exploration of the historical and political evolution of the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States. We take you through the complex transformations of the Democratic Party, from its origins as a supporter of slave owners to its embrace of segregation, and later its pivotal New Deal shift under Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This shift aligned the party with labor unions and marginalized communities, but post-JFK, modern Democrats are perceived to have strayed from these roots. Jack offers a thought-provoking critique of both parties, examining…
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