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“I think one of the real issues that we're faced with is how we consume news, how the media is perceived, how fake news is gaining a degree of currency without criticism that is dangerous, in my judgement.”

Quote by Susan Rice

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Susan Rice is an American diplomat and academic who served as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations under President Barack Obama. She is recognized for her influence on U.S. foreign policy and her dedication to human rights advocacy. more

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