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Final Thoughts: Jerry Springer’s Political Past and America’s Appetite for Spectacle

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Reflections on Cruelty and Responsibility in Television

This chapter examines the controversial legacy of a prominent television figure and the shift in societal critiques of their work from moral concerns to a focus on cruelty. It raises important questions about media responsibility, the emotional cost of entertainment, and the enduring effects of their influence on society.

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