Fareed Zakaria on how economic and technological progress leads to revolutions
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Media Influence, Political Polarization, and Dysfunction in the US Landscape
American media is driven by profit in a competitive market, catering to people's preferences. Roger Ailes capitalized on an underserved market, creating polarization. This media influence has led to a dysfunctional political system, hindering tasks like passing budgets and Supreme Court appointments. The polarization culminated in unprecedented actions like contesting election results and disrupting the peaceful transfer of power.
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