Mayhem: The 1970s You Never Knew, Episode 8

Sharon Says So by Sharon McMahon

May 25, 202641:18Government & Organizations

A happenstance introduction to Charles Manson. Assassination attempts against President Ford, a man who was never elected to the vice presidency or presidency. And the kidnapping of a college student and newspaper heires...

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