3 chapters across the catalog
C-SPAN Caller and the 1972 McGovern Election
A C-SPAN caller's praise for Joe Biden and her recollection of the 1972 election as a choice between "two evils" is criticized by the hosts. They argue that George McGovern was a sincere anti-war candidate and not an "evil" choice. The segment uses the call to illustrate a perceived lack of historical knowledge and political "stupidity" among some Democratic voters.
The repetitive performance styles of Jim Rome and Sean Hannity are critiqued, with Hannity described as "unlistenable" due to his smugness. A theory is presented that Democratic insiders are allowing Bernie Sanders to win the nomination so he can be defeated by Trump, effectively purging socialism from the party in a manner similar to George McGovern's 1972 loss.
Congressional Factual Error Regarding George McGovern and Eugene McCarthy
An unnamed California congressman is called out for a significant historical error during a floor speech regarding the 1972 presidential election. The representative incorrectly identified Eugene McCarthy as Richard Nixon's opponent instead of George McGovern while discussing the secret bombing of Cambodia.
