Amna Nawaz
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The rise of viral debate videos and their impact on our ability to disagree
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October 22, 2025
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10:26Now PlayingThe assassination of Charlie Kirk brought renewed attention to the ways Americans debate and engage in political dialogue. Kirk was known for his back-and-forth conversations with students and moments that often went viral. Judy Woodruff reports on the spectacle that debate has become in the U.S. and what it means for our ability to disagree. It’s part of her series, America at a Crossroads.
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