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Nebel, a radio broadcaster, made a living listening to Americans’ wild imaginings, but even he would probably have been startled by Trump’s rise.
Jeffrey Frank on Donald Trump, Long John Nebel, and Americans’ susceptibility to conspiracy theories.
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WAPO, PDF, Donald Trump
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He rose to fame painting Trump realism. He is doing just great with him gone. - POLITICO
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Donald Trump challenged over 9/11, Iraq War comments
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Where Would He Be Without Me?': Trump Rips Into Kavanaugh In New Book
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John Oliver's Best Takedowns of Donald Trump
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John Oliver's Best Takedowns of Donald Trump
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Donald Trump and the Legacy of Long John Nebel
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