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How to challenge political spin with straight talk — Richard Denniss, Joelle Gergis, Yanis Varoufakis, Tom Keneally with Natasha Mitchell

Big Ideas

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Challenging Political Spin with Straight Talk

A festival panel featuring an economist, a climate scientist, and an award-winning author reflects on the lack of transparency in political discussions, media influence on democracy, and consequences of political manipulation. The chapter delves into reclaiming straight talk, the urgency of addressing climate change, and the emotional aspects of political discourse, emphasizing honesty and collaboration in overcoming societal challenges.

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