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“Criticizing Fox News has nothing to do with criticizing the press. Fox News is not a news organization. It is the de facto leader of the GOP, and it is long past time that it is treated as such by the media, elected officials and the public.”

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David Brock, born on November 2, 1962, is an American journalist with extensive experience in the news industry. He is known for his professional expertise and wide influence in the field of journalism. more

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