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To: MtnClimber

Very good video.

I am always reminded of “The Crucible” by Henry Miller. Ostensibly about the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, Miller was obviously commenting against McCarthyism in the 1950s.

In the play, young hysterical girls keep pointing at people (almost always women) and claiming that they are witches. The community, and the judge, take this seriously and imprison or kill a number of people.

Until the girls point to the wife of the judge.

Instantly: “These young hysterical girls have gone too far. They must stop their childish gameplaying. There are no witches. Anyone can see that. Everyone can go home. Just walk away. This game is over. Sorry about the dead people.”


5 posted on 07/01/2018 11:45:05 AM PDT by ClearCase_guy (Yes, I get it - racism is bad and mutual respect and inclusion is good. But value Truth too.)
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To: ClearCase_guy

Except that McCarthy was right.


25 posted on 07/01/2018 2:16:56 PM PDT by Arm_Bears (Hey, Rocky--Watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat!)
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To: ClearCase_guy
Love the Crucible. Here's the play starring your favorite AT&T/CNN anchors.


40 posted on 07/04/2018 12:50:53 AM PDT by poconopundit (MAGA... Get the Spirit. Grow your community. Focus on your Life's Work. Empower the Young.)
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