In Search of Another Country

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Set in the 1960s, the narrative explores Mississippi's role as a hub of white southern resistance to the civil-rights movement, contrasting the state's violent, authoritarian image with the self-perception of its white residents. This community held a compelling vision of their identity and place within America, which ultimately positioned them as significant contributors to Ronald Reagan's Republican Party by 1980, showcasing the complexities of regional politics and societal change.