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American Socialist (2020)
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Length:
61 minutes
Released:
Sep 1, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
It's been over a century since a self-described socialist was a viable candidate for president of the United States. And that first socialist candidate, Eugene V. Debs, didn't just capture significant votes, he created a new and enduring populist politics deep in the American grain. This week, the story of Eugene V. Debs and the creation of American socialism.
Released:
Sep 1, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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