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“I think the media's primarily an interesting backdrop - a fertile backdrop, in which we can discuss a great deal involving the human condition. We're not trying to lecture the media on how it should be doing its job or lecture people on who they should be voting for, but it does provide an incredible backdrop on which we can paint a lot of pictures and open up a lot of discussions.”

Quote by Thomas Sadoski

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Thomas Sadoski (born July 1, 1976) is an American film, television, and stage actor. He is best known for his role as Don Keefer on the HBO series 'The Newsroom' and as Assistant District Attorney on 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.' Sadoski began his career in theater, performing in Broadway productions such as 'The Kill' and 'Other Desert Cities.' He is recognized for his solid acting skills and diverse role choices, earning acclaim from audiences and critics alike. more

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