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Can America Ever Be Less Partisan? Angus King on Disinformation, Allies, and Refusing Party Labels
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Senator Angus King joins The People’s Cabinet for a wide-ranging conversation on America’s information landscape, the dangers of partisan extremism, and how being an independent has shaped how he governs.
King talks to Dan Koh about:
- Why primaries push out moderates
- How disinformation threatens democracy
- What it means to serve as an independent
- Why America’s greatest strength is its allies, not isolationism
- Trump’s executive order overreaches
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Chapters
1. Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Acceleration of Political Divisiveness (00:01:30)
3. King’s Decision to Become Independent (00:04:40)
4. Creating a Less Divisive Political Environment (00:07:45)
5. News and Misinformation (00:09:07)
6. Social Media’s Role in Amplifying Partisanship (00:13:45)
7. Donald Trump’s Policies and Leadership Style (00:17:01)
8. Concerns About Executive Power (00:18:16)
9. Factors Contributing to America’s Success (00:20:39)
10. Impact of Changing Demographics and Economic Shifts (00:26:30)
11. America’s Global Standing and Treatment of Allies (00:30:53)
12. Engaging Disaffected Voters and Fostering Community Dialogue (00:34:31)
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