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The central hook of "Plow Under" relies on a biting, satirical agricultural metaphor:

"Remember when the AAA, Killed a million hogs a day? Instead of hogs it's men today, Plow the fourth one under." The Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA) Plow Under (Original Mix)

"Plow Under" stands as a fascinating historical artifact of the American folk revival and radical political music. While it was abruptly buried by its own creators due to the shifting tides of World War II, the song remains a masterclass in how folk musicians utilize contemporary government policies and sharp satirical metaphors to construct powerful protest art. Plow Under, anti-war song lyrics The central hook of "Plow Under" relies on

: By 1942, the group was recording fiercely pro-war, anti-fascist songs supporting the Allied war effort on their album Dear Mr. President . Plow Under, anti-war song lyrics : By 1942,