This chapter explores the normalization of political violence and the fleeting nature of media attention surrounding such events, including a recent assassination attempt. It also examines the rise of conspiracy theories, challenges in information discernment, and the prevalence of job seeker scams, while reflecting on President Reagan's handling of his own assassination attempt.
On with Kara Swisher is off for the Labor Day holiday, and we’re sharing an episode of friend-of-the-pod Preet Bharara's podcast Stay Tuned with Preet.
In the episode you’re about to hear, Preet interviews leading U.S. political historian Joanne Freeman. Their conversation covers what may turn out to be the craziest 33 days in modern American history – from the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, to President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the presidential race – and the momentum behind Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.
On will be back with a fresh episode on Thursday September 5th.. Listen to Stay Tuned with Preet every Monday and Thursday.
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