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How the US border became a toxic issue for voters

Oct 21, 2024
Oliver Laughland, the Guardian US's southern bureau chief, dives deep into the immigration crisis from southern Arizona. He shares heart-wrenching accounts of migrants facing deadly conditions. The podcast tackles the polarized views on immigration, revealing how local sentiments reflect larger national debates. Laughland examines the influence of political narratives and misinformation while capturing the complex emotional landscape surrounding current policies. It's a gripping exploration of how immigration shapes voter priorities and the urgent human stories behind the statistics.
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