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Oct 2022
39m 19s

A brutal beating, conspiracy fodder, and...

CNN
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While Paul Pelosi recovers in the hospital, his attack is now the subject of ridiculous internet theories, and most Republicans bob and weave when you ask if their lies about the 2020 election and January 6th are fueling our toxic political climate. Plus: Eight days until your midterm verdict, we take a close look at three embattled House Democrats in Virgin ... Show More
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