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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ? Rachel Maddow traces the fight to preserve American democracy back to World War II, when a handful of committed public servants and brave private citizens thwarted farright plotters trying to steer our nation toward an alliance with the Nazis.?A ripping readwell rendered, fastpaced and delivered with the same punch and assurance that she brings to a broadcast. . . . The parallels to the present day are strong, even startling.?The New York Times (Editors? Choice)Inspired by her research for the hit podcast Ultra, Rachel Maddow charts the rise of a wild American strain of authoritarianism that has been alive on the farright edge of our politics for the better part of a century. Before and even after our troops had begun fighting abroad in World War II, a clandestine network flooded the country with disinformation aimed at sapping the strength of the U.S. war effort and persuading Americans that our natural alliance was?with?the Axis, not against it. It was a sophisticated and shockingly wellfunded campaign to undermine democratic institutions, promote antisemitism, and destroy citizens? confidence in their elected leaders, with the ultimate goal of overthrowing the U.S. government and installing authoritarian rule.That effort workedtongue and groovealongside an ultraright paramilitary movement that stockpiled bombs and weapons and trained for mass murder and violent insurrection.At the same time, a handful of extraordinary activists and journalists were tracking the scheme, exposing it even as it was unfolding. In 1941 the U.S. Department of Justice finally made a frontal attack, identifying the key plotters, finding their backers, and prosecuting dozens in federal court.None of it went as planned.While the scheme has been remembered in historyif at allas the work of fringe players, in reality it involved a large number of some of the country?s most influential elected officials. Their interference in law enforcement efforts against the plot is a dark story of the rule of law bending and then breaking under the weight of political intimidation.That failure of the legal system had consequences. The tentacles of that unslain beast have reached forward into our history for decades. But the heroic efforts of the activists, journalists, prosecutors, and regular citizens who sought to expose the insurrectionists also make for a deeply resonant, deeply relevant tale in our own disquieting times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism'? A: 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism' by Rachel Maddow explores the historical struggle to protect American democracy from far-right authoritarian movements, tracing these efforts back to World War II.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism' is Rachel Maddow, a well-known political commentator and host.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism' was published on October 17, 2023.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism' contains 416 pages.
- Q: Is this book a standalone work or part of a series? A: This book is a standalone work, though it is inspired by Rachel Maddow's research for her podcast 'Ultra'.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide? A: The book offers insights into historical events related to authoritarianism in the United States and the responses of activists and journalists during World War II.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: 'Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism' is intended for readers interested in American history, politics, and the preservation of democracy.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews of the book? A: Yes, the book has received praise from sources like The New York Times, which described it as a 'ripping read' and noted its strong parallels to contemporary issues.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of the book is the first edition.