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Has Optimism Become Cringe? (with Chris Hayes)

Pod Save America

CHAPTER

Navigating the Information Landscape: Fear, Optimism, and Housing

The chapter explores the impact of right-wing media on public perception of the border crisis and economic shifts in polling data. It discusses the rise of fear-mongering around crime and the challenge of conveying optimism in a negative narrative dominated by social media and online discourse. The speakers reflect on the need for progressive optimism in politics, the challenges of housing costs, and the importance of focusing on government successes in addressing societal issues.

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