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The Plot to Overthrow FDR
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The rich Americans in the 1930s wanted to overthrow the government and institute a fascist state because FDR suggested taxing rich people to stop poor people from living in poverty. The left was calling to raise an army and the right was proposing a dictatorship.

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In the 1930s, wealthy Americans were agitated by the idea of President FDR's taxation policies and some even wanted him to be removed from office.
16:04 - 20:23 (04:19)
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Fascism
Summary

In the 1930s, wealthy Americans were agitated by the idea of President FDR's taxation policies and some even wanted him to be removed from office. This led to a dangerous plan to overthrow the U.S government known as the Business Plot of 1933.

Chapter
The Plot to Overthrow FDR
Episode
Behind the Insurrections - The Business Plot: When Rich Fascists Almost Took Over America
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Behind the Bastards