On with Kara Swisher Unpacking the Myth of John F. Kennedy Jr.
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Aug 11, 2025 
Gary Ginsberg, former senior editor at George magazine and legal counsel to President Clinton, and Carol Radziwill, a Peabody-winning journalist and former Real Housewife, dive deep into the enduring legacy of John F. Kennedy Jr. They discuss how JFK Jr.'s charisma and political ambition continue to captivate America, the myths surrounding his life and tragic death, and the role of media in shaping his legacy. The conversation also touches on the absurdity of conspiracy theories and the evolution of celebrity culture in politics.
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Post-Partisan Vision For Politics
- John saw himself as a post-partisan who wanted to bridge political divides.
- Gary Ginsberg says John believed accessible civic engagement could unite people.
Making Politics Accessible
- John launched George to make politics readable and appealing to women.
- Gary Ginsberg recalls the magazine aimed to bring more people into politics.
The Pecker Funding Problem
- Funding George proved hard and Hachette underfunded the magazine's production.
- Gary Ginsberg says David Pecker used John to sell ads across his magazine portfolio.
