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Video: Who is Watching the Watchers?

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Post date September 29, 2012
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The media is supposed to be our watchdog keeping the politicians honest. Are they? Stop laughing (or crying) and watch this video.

Thanks to Accuracy in Media for sponsoring this terrific talk.

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