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The speaker is imagining how nonstop cable news coverage might have changed the public experience of major political events. The quote suggests that constant media attention could have altered what people knew, felt, and argued about during those times.
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Originally said in English.
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About Lawrence O'Donnell
American television anchor, author, and political commentator
Lawrence Francis O'Donnell Jr. is an American television anchor, political commentator, author, screenwriter, and actor. He is known as the host of The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell, an MS NOW opinion and news program that airs on weeknights. O'Donnell has built a career across television and writing, moving between broadcasting, commentary, and scripted work. His public voice is most closely associated with political analysis and opinion, especially through his role on The Last Word, where he presents news and commentary in a nightly format.
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