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What Next: She Met the Alitos—and Got Them on Tape
Jun 13, 2024
Journalist Lauren Windsor reveals her furtively recorded conversations with Justices Alito and Roberts, sparking ethical debates. Topics include societal divisions, Roe v. Wade, controversial recordings, ethical journalism, capturing high-profile figures on tape, and the complexities of investigative reporting.
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- Journalistic ethics questioned in obtaining recordings from influential figures.
- Powerful individuals' private opinions exposed through unconventional investigative methods by Lauren Windsor.
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Lauren Windsor's Infiltrations at the Supreme Court
Lauren Windsor infiltrated the Supreme Court by posing as an eager conservative and Catholic, recording conversations with influential figures like Justice Samuel Alito and Chief Justice John Roberts. The recordings revealed controversial discussions, including Martha Ann Alito's aggressive remarks about flying a 'shame' flag in response to a neighbor's pride flag. Despite the ethics of her strategies being questioned, Windsor's gonzo tactics shed light on powerful individuals' private opinions.
