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Political Accountability and Partisanship

This chapter explores the decline of political accountability in light of recent scandals involving politicians who evade consequences for their actions. It discusses the conflict between voter expectations for personal responsibility and the realities of partisanship that often lead to overlooking misconduct. The conversation highlights the erosion of ethical standards in politics, drawing parallels with sports fandom and reflecting on the changing media landscape surrounding political figures.

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