The Tea Party and the Remaking of Republican Conservatism

Theda Skocpol and Vanessa Williamson present a study of the tea party movement. The authors examine several, regional tea party chapters and… read more

Theda Skocpol and Vanessa Williamson present a study of the tea party movement. The authors examine several, regional tea party chapters and report that tea party supporters are predominantly middle-class, older Americans, who, according to the authors, mostly enjoy Medicare and Social Security benefits but are reluctant to pay taxes to assist those they deem ‘undeserving.’ Theda Skocpol and Vanessa Williamson responded to questions from members of the audience. close

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    Theda Skocpol, Vanessa Williamson
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The Tea Party and the Remaking of Republican Conservatism

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Program ID:
305150-1
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Public Affairs Event
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Location:
Durham, North Carolina, United States
First Aired:
Apr 08, 2012 | 7:46pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
May 19, 2013 | 4:17pm EDT | C-SPAN 2

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  • Apr 08, 2012 | 7:46pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Apr 22, 2012 | 8:08am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • May 06, 2012 | 6:29am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • May 19, 2013 | 4:17pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
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