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Jesse Berrett

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The NFL: America’s Socialist Utopia

The Super Bowl might be a capitalist bonanza — but its creation was the ultimate socialist act.

by Jesse Berrett via Made By History on February 2, 2018
The NFL Marketing Ploy That Was Too Successful For The League’s Own Good

For decades, the NFL has used patriotism to advance its interests. Now fans expect it to be something it never was.

by Jesse Berrett via Washington Post on December 10, 2017
A Political Education

Ray Schoenke started campaigning for George McGovern in 1971 because he wanted to make a difference. The experience ended up changing his life.

by Jesse Berrett via Victory Journal on November 9, 2017

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Richard Nixon smiles with his arms crossed as he looks off to the side of the camera.

Nixon’s Political Football

Football's uniform appeal during the 20th century made it a popular analogy for candidates trying to relate to voters during the 1972 presidential election.

by Ryan Reft via Library of Congress Blog on October 21, 2021

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