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“And new people come in, and it doesn't go along with their politics, and they fire me, end the column, silence a voice in Los Angeles. They can't silence it nationally, but they are able to do it there.”

Quote by Robert Scheer

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Robert Scheer, born on April 4, 1936, is an American journalist known for his in-depth reporting on political and social issues. He served as a columnist for the Los Angeles Times and contributed articles to various publications. more

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