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Ted Cruz on the Panama Canal & Chris Hayes Wants Your Attention 01/28/25

Jan 28, 2025
Texas Senator Ted Cruz, chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, discusses the geopolitical stakes surrounding the Panama Canal, including the implications of American control and China’s influence in the region. Joining him is Chris Hayes, who previews his book on the commodification of attention in the digital age. They explore how tech companies manipulate attention and the challenges this poses for society and democracy. The conversation also touches on recent political maneuvers and the ethical dilemmas of activist short selling.
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