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A veteran reporter on how to fix the news

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

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The Myth of Division: Media and Politics

This chapter examines the alleged divide in American politics, contrasting media portrayals with the nuanced realities revealed by significant events like the Kansas abortion referendum. The conversation critiques the media's sensationalism and highlights the diminishing focus on local issues that truly matter to communities. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, it questions whether journalists will learn from past missteps as a controversial political figure prepares for another presidential run.

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