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Uncovering The Truth: Nazis Protected by the U.S. Government, and the Complex Life of Nelson Rockefeller

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Friday, November 14, 2014

John Demjanjuk (C), 81-year-old retired auto worker living in Cleveland, OH who his past as a Nazi death camp guard, appears in a courtroom at the start of his trial February 16, 1987 in a Jerusalem. John Demjanjuk (C), 81-year-old retired auto worker living in Cleveland, OH who his past as a Nazi death camp guard, appears in a courtroom at the start of his trial February 16, 1987 in a Jerusalem. (Yaakov Sa''ar/GPO/Getty Images)

Investigative reporter Eric Lichtblau tells the story of how Nazis came to America after World War II received help and protection from the U.S. government—and became spies, intelligence assets, and leading scientists and engineers here. We’ll review the life and political career of Nelson Rockefeller, former governor of New York state. Blythe Danner and Eric Lange discuss their roles in Donald Margulies’ “The Country House.” This week’s Please Explain is all about net neutrality!

 

How America Became a Safe Haven for Nazis after WWII

Investigative reporter Eric Lichtblau tells how some Nazis received help and protection from the U.S. government—and were hired by the CIA, FBI, and the military.

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Nelson Rockefeller: Iconic New York Governor, Face of Liberal Republicanism

A look at Nelson Rockefeller's improbable journey to the New York governor’s mansion, and how his personal life affected his political life.

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Longing to be Famous in 'The Country House'

Blythe Danner and Eric Lange discuss their roles in David Margulies' play about famous and longing-to-be-famous creative artists gathered for  the Williamstown Theatre Festival.

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Will The Internet Remain Accessible to All?

On this week's Please Explain, we explore the politics and policy behind Net Neutrality, and what it means for the future of the internet. 

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