60 Minutes 09/28/2025: A Lonely Voice, The Mystery of the Eagles, Dana White
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Sep 29, 2025 
Spencer Cox, the Republican governor of Utah, champions civility and unity in the wake of political violence, urging Americans to 'disagree better.' He highlights the dangers posed by social media algorithms that fuel outrage. Dana White, the CEO of UFC, shares insights on transforming the organization into a global powerhouse and discusses his friendship with Donald Trump. He touches on the UFC's appeal to young men and his bold plans for a 2026 fight card on the White House lawn, showcasing the sports world’s intersections with politics.
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Political Violence Threatens Democracy
- Spencer Cox argues political violence threatens the survival of the American experiment and calls for civic repair.
- He links rising attacks to a breakdown in discourse and social media-amplified rage.
Immediate Reaction To Local Assassination
- After Charlie Kirk's assassination, Cox saw the video and felt nauseous, angry, and determined to find the perpetrator.
- He immediately called officials, dispatched an aide to the hospital, and invoked Utah's death penalty in response.
Algorithms Fuel Outrage
- Cox blames social media algorithms for amplifying outrage and eroding civic judgment.
- He describes algorithms as engineered programs that feed dopamine and polarize users into 'packs of wolves.'