History Will Prove Us Right
Bahr's History Hits31 Heinä 2025

History Will Prove Us Right

Welcome to the debut episode of Bahr’s History Hits! In this kickoff chapter, we tackle one of the most polarizing events in American history: the assassination of President John F. Kennedy—and the official account that insists Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone.

We’ll look at Howard P. Willens’ book, History Will Prove Us Right, an insider’s defense of the Warren Commission—the controversial investigation Willens helped write. Was it a rushed cover-up or a sincere search for truth under global pressure? Did they get it right?

Before diving into JFK, we take a quick look at current headlines:
– Is the GOP really the new party of the working class?
– And a tribute to wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, who passed away this week—and made a surprising political appearance before his death.

This episode examines:

  • Why the Warren Commission was created

  • Whether Oswald truly acted alone

  • How media leaks, CIA secrecy, and Cold War panic fueled public distrust

  • And what this moment still teaches us about truth, power, and perception

Whether you’re a JFK buff, a skeptic, or just a curious mind, this episode is your invitation to look again—at the facts, not just the feelings.

Let’s open the book. Today’s chapter starts now.

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