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Law and Order: When safety becomes suppression

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Law and Order” — it sounds reassuring. But what does it really mean?

In this week’s episode of UnSpun, we unpack how those three words have been used across centuries — from 1500s England to 1960s Alabama to 2020s America — not just to fight crime, but to reshape societies.

In this episode, we explore:

  • The hidden history of “law and order” as a political weapon
  • How leaders like George Wallace, Richard Nixon, and Donald Trump used the phrase to suppress dissent
  • The role of economic fear in making people trade freedom for control
  • Global examples from Canada, China, Turkey, Eastern Europe, and beyond
  • What the phrase means today — and why we should all listen carefully when it’s used

“Law and Order” isn’t just a slogan. It’s a signal — and sometimes, a warning.

🎧 Listen now to learn what’s really being promised.


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Content provided by Amanda Sturgill. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Amanda Sturgill or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Law and Order” — it sounds reassuring. But what does it really mean?

In this week’s episode of UnSpun, we unpack how those three words have been used across centuries — from 1500s England to 1960s Alabama to 2020s America — not just to fight crime, but to reshape societies.

In this episode, we explore:

  • The hidden history of “law and order” as a political weapon
  • How leaders like George Wallace, Richard Nixon, and Donald Trump used the phrase to suppress dissent
  • The role of economic fear in making people trade freedom for control
  • Global examples from Canada, China, Turkey, Eastern Europe, and beyond
  • What the phrase means today — and why we should all listen carefully when it’s used

“Law and Order” isn’t just a slogan. It’s a signal — and sometimes, a warning.

🎧 Listen now to learn what’s really being promised.


Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
  continue reading

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