Left and Right in the 60s and 70s - Episode 10

Explore the polarizing political movements that defined America in the 1960s and 70s through this 52-minute podcast episode featuring Yale University Professor Beverly Gage's analysis of the era's growing left and right-wing activism. Discover how social and political tensions shaped the decade while Professors Blight and Freeman provide additional historical context and resist the temptation to share personal memories from this transformative period in American history. Gain insights into the ideological divisions that emerged during these pivotal decades and understand how they influenced the political landscape leading up to America's 250th anniversary.