Episode 2: Truth (Fact vs. Fiction) - eTown's PurpleState...

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The glaring contrast between fact-based truth and ideological ’myth’ presented as truth is one that is disturbing for many of us, particularly when it comes to the current American political scene. In eTown’s PurpleState Episode 2, host Nick Forster speaks with political scientist Jennifer Kavanagh (@jekavanagh), an associate director with the renowned Rand Corporation (@RANDCorporation). She’s the co-author of a recent Rand research project called Truth Decay, which focuses on the diminishing role of facts and analysis in American discourse and examines how perceptions and opinions in this country have become increasingly subjective. Alternative facts, anyone? Learn more about Jennifer's work and Rand Corporation at www.rand.org Let us know what you thought of this episode on social media: FacebookTwitterInstagram www.PurpleState.org

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This episode was published on November 3, 2018.

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The glaring contrast between fact-based truth and ideological ’myth’ presented as truth is one that is disturbing for many of us, particularly when it comes to the current American political scene. In eTown’s PurpleState Episode 2, host Nick Forster...

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