Topic: 1968 Election

4 chapters across the catalog

Twigs
Episode 1653 1:06:09 - 1:09:32

1653: Twigs

Historical Parallels Between LBJ and Biden on War Protests

Dr. Michael Hudson compares the current domestic protests against President Biden's Gaza policy to the opposition faced by Lyndon B. Johnson during the Vietnam War. He notes the similarity in protest chants regarding the killing of children and suggests Biden is attempting to avoid LBJ's 1968 fate. The hosts discuss whether the current chaos is a coordinated effort to rotate Biden out of office in favor of a new candidate.

Spook Head
Episode 1568 23:55 - 31:43

1568: Spook Head

NewsNation Town Hall and RFK Jr. Political Strategy

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. participated in a NewsNation town hall where he addressed claims that his candidacy serves as a "spoiler" for Joe Biden. He refused to personally attack Donald Trump, instead emphasizing his goal of bridging the national divide through common-sense populism. Kennedy shared a personal anecdote about his father's 1968 funeral train to illustrate his ability to appeal to both urban and rural voters.

Faschtech
Episode 704 38:34 - 44:33

704: Faschtech

Jen Psaki and the Precedent of Congressional Interference

State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki criticized the Republican senators' letter to Iran as "nearly unprecedented" during an interview with Andrea Mitchell. The hosts examine historical parallels, such as Richard Nixon's 1968 use of Anna Chenault to influence the South Vietnamese government during peace talks. They analyze Psaki's rhetorical style, noting her ability to deflect adversarial questions by redefining the premise of the discussion.

Dandelion Wine
Episode 99 23:21 - 27:54

99: Dandelion Wine

Robert F. Kennedy 1968 Speech, Selfish Country Gaffe

The hosts analyze a 1968 speech by Robert F. Kennedy featured in a PBS American Experience documentary. They highlight a specific moment where Kennedy appears to call the United States a "selfish country" alongside being great and compassionate. The segment provides historical context on Kennedy's late entry into the 1968 primary against Eugene McCarthy and Lyndon Johnson.