Chapter
The Dangers of Us vs. Them Mentality in Politics
42:03 - 48:46 (06:43)
This podcast discusses how the increasing polarization in politics and the adoption of a "us vs. them" mentality can lead to dangerous and violent outcomes. It also touches on the example of Rush Limbaugh's extreme rhetoric and the different treatment of politicians from opposing parties.
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This podcast discusses the dangerous ideology of Rush Limbaugh and how it impacted the Republican party.
42:03 - 46:16 (04:12)
Summary
This podcast discusses the dangerous ideology of Rush Limbaugh and how it impacted the Republican party. Despite his extreme views, he was often embraced by liberal media as a successful and respected opponent in debates.
ChapterThe Dangers of Us vs. Them Mentality in Politics
EpisodePart Two: The Rush Limbaugh Episodes with Paul F. Tompkins
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The podcast discusses the hypocrisy of politicians who avoided the Vietnam War draft, such as Dick Cheney and George W. Bush, while attacking others like John Kerry who fought in the war, exposing a significant problem in politics.
46:16 - 47:18 (01:02)
Summary
The podcast discusses the hypocrisy of politicians who avoided the Vietnam War draft, such as Dick Cheney and George W. Bush, while attacking others like John Kerry who fought in the war, exposing a significant problem in politics.
ChapterThe Dangers of Us vs. Them Mentality in Politics
EpisodePart Two: The Rush Limbaugh Episodes with Paul F. Tompkins
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The podcast discusses the hypocrisy of the accusations of draft dodging towards Bill Clinton, while George Bush, who avoided fighting in Vietnam, was hailed as a hero.
47:18 - 48:46 (01:27)
Summary
The podcast discusses the hypocrisy of the accusations of draft dodging towards Bill Clinton, while George Bush, who avoided fighting in Vietnam, was hailed as a hero. The speakers argue that it is not immoral to dodge a bad war, but it is immoral to dodge the draft and then encourage more wars through political actions.