Chapter
The Consequences of Political Scandals in US History
06:44 - 11:15 (04:31)
The use of the asterisk to note political scandals that are not formally punished began with extreme right-wingers and was used to protect Nixon and future presidents, conditioning the American public to feel that there are no consequences for political wrongdoing. The last time there were significant consequences for political scandals was during the Watergate era when Nixon resigned.
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This episode delves into the history of presidential pardons, from its controversial beginnings with Nixon's right-hand men to how it has conditioned the nation to accept a lack of accountability.
06:44 - 09:42 (02:57)
Summary
This episode delves into the history of presidential pardons, from its controversial beginnings with Nixon's right-hand men to how it has conditioned the nation to accept a lack of accountability.
ChapterThe Consequences of Political Scandals in US History
EpisodePart Two: The Rush Limbaugh Episodes with Paul F. Tompkins
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Rush Limbaugh may have been quick to realize the marketing benefits of rampant misogyny, but the inaccurate and bigoted views he promoted on his show have had a toxic impact on American perception which is worse than during the time of the Fairness Doctrine.
09:42 - 10:38 (00:56)
Summary
Rush Limbaugh may have been quick to realize the marketing benefits of rampant misogyny, but the inaccurate and bigoted views he promoted on his show have had a toxic impact on American perception which is worse than during the time of the Fairness Doctrine.
ChapterThe Consequences of Political Scandals in US History
EpisodePart Two: The Rush Limbaugh Episodes with Paul F. Tompkins
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Rush Limbaugh suggests preparing 52 battalions of women with synchronized menstrual cycles to create a combat-ready battalion of "Amazons" to fight battles.
10:38 - 11:15 (00:37)
Summary
Rush Limbaugh suggests preparing 52 battalions of women with synchronized menstrual cycles to create a combat-ready battalion of "Amazons" to fight battles. He mentions the use of PMS as a defense against murder charges and proposes a humorous solution to this issue.