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Graydon Carter on Vanity Fair, Editing & a Short-Fingered Vulgarian Named Trump

On with Kara Swisher

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Reflections on Fame and Editing

This chapter explores the speaker's early career journey, including their transition from a chance meeting to a leadership role in publishing. They reflect on the nuances of the editorial and writing relationship, emphasizing the editor's impact on a writer's development. The discussion also delves into the evolving role of editors amidst the rise of digital media and AI, using the example of Donald Trump's early media presence to illustrate the complexities of fame and persona in journalism.

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