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John Avlon Abortion and inflation set to be key issues in midterms – CNN

Abortion and inflation set to be key issues in midterms – CNN

Two of the biggest issues that Democrats and Republicans face going into the 2022 midterm elections will be how to tackle inflation and the abortion debate. CNN’s John Avlon them breaks down.

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John Avlon How these Ukrainian journalists combat Russia’s disinformation war – CNN

How these Ukrainian journalists combat Russia’s disinformation war – CNN

The world has been getting another lesson in Russian disinformation during its invasion of Ukraine. Reality Check’s John Avlon speaks with Yevhen Fedchenko, a journalism professor and the editor-in-chief of the website StopFake.org. Since 2014, its team of fact-checkers and … Continue reading

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John Avlon The growing body count behind ‘Great Replacement’ conspiracy theory – CNN

The growing body count behind ‘Great Replacement’ conspiracy theory – CNN

CNN’s John Avlon examines the right-wing media’s role in elevating the “Great Replacement” theory from fringe conspiracy to the mainstream, and the human cost of that rhetoric.

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John Avlon White nationalist: “If whites do nothing they will be reduced to minority” – CNN

White nationalist: “If whites do nothing they will be reduced to minority” – CNN

White identity politics is arguably the most politically influential form of identity politics in America. In the latest “Reality Check with John Avlon: Extremist Beat,” Avlon traces its evolution from slavery to a character in The Great Gatsby to Birtherism … Continue reading

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John Avlon The real cost of Covid-19 relief fraud – CNN

The real cost of Covid-19 relief fraud – CNN

CNN’s John Avlon examines how much Covid-19 relief fraud is costing American taxpayers.

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John Avlon By telling the truth, Biden committed a classic Washington gaffe – CNN

By telling the truth, Biden committed a classic Washington gaffe – CNN

Beijing is firing back in response to President Biden’s comments on Taiwan, claiming America has “broken its promise on the one-China principle.” What is that principle? John Avlon has more in today’s Reality Check.

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John Avlon Guns are now the leading cause of death for US kids – CNN

Guns are now the leading cause of death for US kids – CNN

CNN’s John Avlon examines possible gun safety legislation that is broadly popular with the American public and could prevent future killings.

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John Avlon 100+ midterm campaign ads feature guns – CNN

100+ midterm campaign ads feature guns – CNN

CNN’s John Avlon looks at the wide promotion of gun culture and gun politics in the campaign ads for the 2022 midterm elections.

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John Avlon Why the Marshall Plan still matters – CNN

Why the Marshall Plan still matters – CNN

CNN senior political analyst John Avlon explains the importance of the Marshall Plan 75 years later.  

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John Avlon Hear how Matthew McConaughey reframed the debate on guns – CNN

Hear how Matthew McConaughey reframed the debate on guns – CNN

Actor Matthew McConaughey appealed to Congress for more gun control in the wake of the shooting that killed 19 children and 2 teachers in his hometown of Uvalde, Texas. McConaughey reframes the topic of gun responsibility that details how Americans … Continue reading

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John Avlon This Georgia county is one of many Black communities erased by White mob violence – CNN

This Georgia county is one of many Black communities erased by White mob violence – CNN

As talk of reparations crop up across the country, CNN’s John Avlon talks with historian Geoff K. Ward about the number of Black communities wiped out by mob attacks and how a young Senator Abraham Lincoln had warned the nation … Continue reading

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John Avlon Follow the money: Avlon on how election lies lead to profits for Trump – CNN

Follow the money: Avlon on how election lies lead to profits for Trump – CNN

CNN’s John Avlon reports on the stark contrast coming to light about what Trump’s inner circle was saying publicly and privately days after the 2020 presidential election, and what the motivations were to mislead the public on election results.

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John Avlon Why the Democrats shouldn’t take the Hispanic vote for granted – CNN

Why the Democrats shouldn’t take the Hispanic vote for granted – CNN

CNN’s John Avlon examines the importance of the Hispanic vote and why Democrats need to pay attention after Republican Maya Flores flipped a long-held Democratic House seat in South Texas.

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John Avlon This former Trump aide is one of dozens warning he is “unfit to be president” – CNN

This former Trump aide is one of dozens warning he is “unfit to be president” – CNN

More than 30 former Trump officials and advisors are speaking out against his leadership and character, yet former President Donald Trump’s supporters seem to ignore the warnings. CNN political commentator Alyssa Farah Griffin, who served as White House Communications Director, … Continue reading

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John Avlon These women say they performed thousands of abortions in Chicago before it was legal – CNN

These women say they performed thousands of abortions in Chicago before it was legal – CNN

Heather Booth started an underground abortion network called JANE. In the late 60s through early 70s, the group performed thousands of illegal abortions just before Roe v Wade was decided. On this week’s episode of “Reality Check with John Avlon: … Continue reading

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John Avlon The danger of ‘junk history’ and its presence in the Supreme Court – CNN

The danger of ‘junk history’ and its presence in the Supreme Court – CNN

John Avlon breaks down the meaning “junk history”, its recent presence in the Supreme Court, and why conversations that refer to history must be rooted in shared facts.

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John Avlon Russia’s ‘fire hose of falsehood’ propaganda – CNN

Russia’s ‘fire hose of falsehood’ propaganda – CNN

CNN’s John Avlon looks at Vladimir Putin’s recent gaslighting attempts as part of Russia’s propaganda war against Ukraine.

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John Avlon Avlon says opposition to Iran’s nuclear goals unites West and Middle East – CNN

Avlon says opposition to Iran’s nuclear goals unites West and Middle East – CNN

President Joe Biden is doubling down on America’s commitment to deter Iran’s nuclear capability. CNN’s John Avlon explores how the Obama-era Iran nuclear deal was abandoned and what Biden faces as a result.

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John Avlon How the ‘politics of gamesmanship’ chipped away at China bill – CNN

How the ‘politics of gamesmanship’ chipped away at China bill – CNN

The Senate is gearing up to take action on a bill to pump billions of dollars into American manufacturing and scientific research, but will lawmakers be able to reach a consensus only days before they head home for their August … Continue reading

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John Avlon Could this year be the year of the third party? – CNN

Could this year be the year of the third party? – CNN

According to a recent poll, there are more self-identified Independents than Republicans or Democrats. CNN’s John Avlon speaks with candidates on why they chose to run as Independents.

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