The Michael Steele Podcast The Art of Political Lying (and Why Republicans Do It More) (with Bill Adair)
Oct 24, 2024
Bill Adair, Knight Professor at Duke University and founder of PolitiFact, dives into the epidemic of political lying, particularly among Republicans. He discusses how political deception erodes trust and the importance of fact-checking. Adair highlights the strategic messaging of the Republican party and the perceived biases in fact-checking that often label their statements as false. Additionally, he unpacks the birther conspiracy's rise to mainstream acceptance, urging listeners to critically evaluate information and understand media's vital role in holding politicians accountable.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Anatomy of Political Deception
03:40 • 16min
Republican Messaging Strategy
19:57 • 9min
Examining Bias in Political Fact-Checking
28:52 • 4min
Unpacking Political Deception
32:25 • 6min
Unpacking the Birther Conspiracy
38:26 • 20min
The Power of Media in Holding Politicians Accountable
58:21 • 4min