Subliminal Message Controversy: 1985 | Fight Back! Classics

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April 2nd, 2026

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Subscribe to Fight Back! on YouTube and to our newsletter for exclusive vintage and new content. Links below. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ In 1985, there was a controversy over whether subliminal messages really work, and if they do, whether they are illegal or immoral. David Horowitz investigates stores using subliminal messages to deter theft on Fight Back! #80s #retro #crime #nostalgia #news ------ ►Support our channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/fightback ►Subscribe to Watch Fight Back! https://www.youtube.com/@WatchFightBack ►Subscribe to our newsletter: https://fightback.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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