Anti-Semitism in the 1930’s
The Volokh Conspiracy has an interesting post on anti-semitism in the 1930s.
The poll also asked: “Would you support” “a widespread campaign against the Jews in this country"?
FDR voters: 13.0% yes.
Landon voters: 9.5% yes.Dem voters for Congress: 14.7% yes.
Repub voters for Congress: 9.8% yes.
I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty startled. Volokh comments on the significant difference between Repubs and Dems on the issue (Dems are more anti-semitic). I’m shocked that anyone would support such a thing.
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Scott -
It’s pretty well documented that fascism had a healthy following in the US in the 30’s. Lindbergh, Coughlin, et al. I’m not sure I understand what you found shocking in this?
I’m not sure I see your point. Are you thinking that Democrats are more likely to be anti-Semitic than Republicans on the basis of a 1930’s poll?
Cheers -
Comment by Russell — 10/23/2004 @ 6:19 pm
Russ
The difference is statistically significant, but immaterial in my opinion.
My point was sometimes little facts remind me how the world has - or has not - changed.
Comment by Scott Kirwin — 10/25/2004 @ 7:53 am
So – I repeat – are you of the opinion that Democrats are statistically more likely to be anti-Semitic than Republicans?
If so, do you (or Volokh) have anything to offer beyond this 1938 poll to back up that belief?
Comment by Russell — 10/25/2004 @ 8:02 am
Russ
Early morning comments are tough sometimes. Let’s try again.
My Point: I’m surprised at the level of anti-semitism IN THE USA IN 1938. Party affiliation doesn’t matter.
I knew Nazi sympathies ran high in the USA - but I’m surprised to see it shown in a national poll at the level of 10-15%.
Comment by Scott Kirwin — 10/26/2004 @ 7:58 am
Thanks. Sorry for not getting it first time around.
Best -
Comment by rl — 10/26/2004 @ 9:07 am
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