[applause] [inaudible conversations] up next on booktv, after words with guest host Matthew Continetti editor of the Washington Free begin. This weeks Heather Cox Richardson and her new book to make men free a history of the Republican Party. In it she discusses the once republican belief articulated by lincoln that government is supposed to promote Economic Opportunity for all. She explores the parties repeated abandonment of that principle in the 20th century and its return to its roots after every economic collapse. This program is about an hour. Host hello i am Heather Cox Richardson editor of the Washington Free begin and you can follow me on twitter at continetti. Today we are going to discuss to make men free a history of the Republican Party. My guest is professor Heather Cox Richardson, Boston College. Welcome professor. Guest thanks for. Guest thanks for having me. Host how long have you been teaching at Boston College . Guest this is my fourth year at Boston College but ive
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