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The conservative push to weed out anti-Trump federal workers
Jun 24, 2024
Discussion on the conservative push to identify anti-Trump federal workers, the urban/rural political divide, and a heartwarming viral voicemail story. Plus, the hosts joke about men's fascination with in-flight maps and tease an upcoming episode on the K-shaped economic recovery
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- Conservative groups compiling watchlists of federal workers raise concerns of potential political targeting.
- Research challenges urban-rural political divide as primarily affecting white Americans, emphasizing diverse perspectives.
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CNN's Debate Moderation Approach Raises Concerns
CNN's decision not to focus on live fact-checking during the upcoming debate has sparked controversy. Rather than actively fact-checking, the moderators aim to facilitate the debate while post-telecast analysis will assess the accuracy of candidates' statements. Critics, recalling past chaotic town halls, worry about potential crosstalk and the absence of real-time correction, highlighting the challenges of ensuring factual accuracy in live debates.
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