#148 June 29, 2020 [Slow Burn: David Duke]

One of the most common responses to discussions about racism in America is that “It’s a thing of the past,” “It doesn’t exist anymore,” or “Why should I pay for the crimes of my ancestors?” That’s absolute nonsense. And David Duke is living proof.Slow Burn’s new podcast tracks the open white supremacist and Nazi sympathizer’s rise to political power in the United States in the late 1980s and early 1990s. His election to the Louisiana Legislature, and nearly-successful campaigns for senate and governorship, prove once again that racism doesn’t just exist in America, it thrives.

This podcast, while frustrating and angering, is also a case study in how to take down racist figures. It’s a story of how journalists, activists, and regular citizens worked together to prevent David Duke from reaching political heights. There’s a lot we can learn from them.Have a listen and let us know what you think.

Stephen and EvanYour Podcast Delivery crew

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