Why Shakespeare’s Macbeth Is a Political Horror Story Fit for Halloween

It shows how our community can be haunted by monsters, both internal and external, human and supernatural.

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A painting depicting Macbeth and three witches

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October is the month for frights. We dress up for Halloween in spooky costumes. We decorate our houses with scary monsters.

Our current politics seems frightening, too.

Adam M. Carrington

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Adam M. Carrington

Adam M. Carrington is an associate professor of politics at Hillsdale College.

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