Consider the expression "the silent majority" that we discussed in the context of Richard Nixon's 1969 speech today in class. Where else in historical and contemporary US rhetoric does one see this expression used? Bring examples with you to our next class and keep notes concerning how you compiled these examples.
Links of interest:
Nixon's "Great Silent Majority" - YouTube
Johnny Cash - San Quentin (Live at San Quentin, 1969) - YouTube
Merle Haggard - Okie From Muskogee (Live) - YouTube
Patton (1/5) Movie CLIP - Americans Love a Winner (1970) HD - YouTube
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