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James Holland
05/24/25
@ Lex Fridman
Hitler's propaganda emphasizes a black-and-white worldview, portraying Jews and communists as existential threats while promoting a sense of national superiority among Germans.
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James Holland: World War II, Hitler, Churchill, Stalin & Biggest Battles | Lex Fridman Podcast #470
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05/24/25
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