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Dean and Buchanan — The Flamethrowers
Sometimes the two U.S. political parties face challenges from insurgents within their own ranks. In 1992, conservative commentator Patrick J. Buchanan took on a sitting president of his own party he felt had betrayed its principles. Vermont governor Howard Dean lead a 2004 uprising that did not prevail on the ballot but altered the political landscape for future Democratic campaigns.
Episode Clips
Howard Dean Discusses His Response to the Iraq War
Howard Dean’s position on Iraq fueled his emergence on the national stage.
How Howard Dean Harnessed the Internet to Boost His Campaign
Howard Dean discusses how his team used the Internet to build and organize supporters.
Pat Buchanan's Rivalry with George H.W. Bush
How Pat Buchanan used Bush’s broken promise of no new taxes to gain traction against him.
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