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Collateral Damage

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Synopsis: This week on “Learn Me Something,” Aaron and Rich delve into collateral damage, how the term is used in the media, and how language plays a vital roll in how horrific events are reported–including the need for more transparency in government.

Duration: 1:07:00

Present: Aaron Stewart, Rich Plumb

Episode Links
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  • The way the Obama administration views civilian casualties from drones is exaggerating at best if not outright lies
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