Book Episode #2: When Affirmative Action Was White, by Ira Katznelson (Prologue - Chapter 2)

When Affirmative Action Was White: A Book Club Deep DiveIn this episode of 'Propaganda Loves You,' hosts Joe, Kodie, and Arthur delve into the book 'When Affirmative Action Was White' by Ira Katznelson. They discuss the author's background and his position as a political scientist at Columbia University, while also touching on the university's controversial actions during pro-Palestine protests. The episode provides an overview of the book's main themes, including the racially charged manipulation of New Deal policies by Southern Democrats, the systemic exclusion of Black Americans from social welfare benefits, and the broader implications of these historical injustices. The hosts conclude by reflecting on the importance of acknowledging and understanding this history, especially for white Americans.00:00 Introduction and Book Club Jingle00:57 Introducing the Book and Author02:27 Columbia University and Historical Context03:34 New Deal Era and Affirmative Action08:32 Understanding Affirmative Action18:52 LBJ's Speech and Southern Democrats' Strategies27:13 Exclusion in Social Security and Labor Acts28:48 The Reality of Juneteenth29:55 White Privilege and Historical Myths31:17 Government Manipulation and Affirmative Action32:35 Capitalism's Role in Racism38:37 Welfare Programs and State Control48:33 Conclusion and Reflections