John Birch vs. the PTA

John Birch vs. the PTA

Author: Pushkin Industries October 31, 2024 Duration: 32:39
Revisionist History
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In the 1960s, a right-wing organization led by a former candy tycoon rose to fame in America for their anti-communist campaigns. They called themselves the John Birch Society. Then, they tried to take over the Parent-Teacher Association. This week, what the battle between the two organizations tells us about the fate of American politics, and the history of your Halloween candy.

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