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Russia, Nazi Germany, MAGA: The Dangers of Weaponizing History and Education

With democracy under threat around the world, author Jason Stanley warns that the fundamental danger lies closer to home: in the schools. In his latest book, the American philosopher argues that attacks on education empower authoritarian regimes by reshaping our understanding of the past. Stanley joins the show to discuss.

Russia, Nazi Germany, MAGA: The Dangers of Weaponizing History and Education

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