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Are witch hunts truly a thing of the past?
Podcast |
Where We Live
Media Type |
audio
Categories Via RSS |
Government
News
Society & Culture
Publication Date |
Oct 28, 2024
Episode Duration |
00:49:00

It’s the season of the witch! While we prepare to wear our pointed hats this Halloween, we can’t forget the gruesome history of witch hunts in New England – including Connecticut.

While many movies today celebrate witches as quirky, empowered, and misunderstood, the history behind being called a “witch” is rooted in prejudice and fear.

In today’s political landscape, the word “witch” continues to be weaponized against female politicians. So how far have we really come from the days of witch hunts?

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