Ross Perot comes up in 3 chapters across 3 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from May 2014 to July 2026.
Ross Perot, 1992 Presidential Election Public Memory
Andy Hunt describes the surprise of younger viewers regarding the 1992 presidential run of Ross Perot. Despite being a major front-page news story at the time, many commenters on his channel expressed total unfamiliarity with the event, highlighting a generational gap in historical knowledge.
Economic Tariffs, National Security and Manufacturing Independence
The conversation addresses the utility of tariffs in rebuilding the American manufacturing base and securing national supply lines. Dr. Farrell references Ross Perot's warnings about the "great sucking sound" of jobs leaving the country due to free trade agreements. While supporting the idea of bringing industry back, he warns that tariffs must be applied carefully to avoid the sectional economic strife seen prior to the American Civil War.
Diebold Voting Machines, Ross Perot and Rigged Elections
Marcus Allen argues that the American political system is a rigged "dialectic" where both parties serve the same interests. He cites the accuracy of Diebold ATM machines compared to the reported 70% accuracy of Diebold voting booths as evidence of intentional election manipulation. Allen reflects on Ross Perot's 1992 campaign as a turning point in his personal disillusionment with the voting process.
