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Ash Sarkar: Is identity politics rotting the left?

The News Agents

CHAPTER

Media, Politics, and Public Discontent

This chapter examines the political strategies of figures like Nigel Farage and Dominic Cummings, focusing on their rejection of traditional political norms and the public's frustrations. It critiques the rise of 'pundit politicians' who prioritize media presence over substantive policy debates, and highlights the challenges of political journalism in holding power accountable. The conversation also explores how the evolving media landscape, particularly through social media, influences political discourse and aggregates power among a few key figures.

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