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Episode 30: How to spot “pseudo-patriotism” (and why it matters)

Episode 30: How to spot “pseudo-patriotism” (and why it matters)

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 ⁠Russell Jack⁠, a retired air marshal, discusses his book '⁠Is MAGA a Terrorist Movement?⁠' and his experiences in law enforcement. He highlights the challenges of the book writing process, including fact-checking and addressing misinformation. Russell explains his motivation for writing the book, which stemmed from witnessing the support of MAGA terrorism within counter-terrorism agencies and the escalation of violence by MAGA supporters. The conversation explores the motivations and beliefs of MAGA supporters and the threats they pose to liberal democracy. Our conversation also touches on the role of media, the decline of American reputation, and the need for open-mindedness and education. Finally, Russell shares his insights and experiences, emphasizing protecting the Constitution and the dangers of extremist ideologies. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbuc/message
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