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Could conspiracy trump democracy in America?

Sep 26, 2024
Hannah Barnes, an associate editor with a sharp political lens, joins Gabriel Gatehouse, a seasoned journalist, to dissect the alarming rise of conspiracy theories in the U.S. They explore a 2022 poll revealing widespread distrust in government, and the emergence of QAnon as a major influence on the political landscape. The discussion includes the interplay of misinformation, media partisanship, and the events of January 6th, emphasizing the critical need to safeguard democracy amid a growing belief in conspiracies.
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