How the attack in Benghazi collided with an American election, and how the seeds of a scandal were planted.

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An anti-Islamic video sparks protests in the Middle East, and the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi comes under attack.

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Libya is swept up in a wave of revolution, and an American diplomat makes his mark on Benghazi.

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How a prison massacre carried out under Libya’s long-time dictator, Muammar Gaddafi, set the stage for the Benghazi attack.

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Fiasco: Benghazi unpacks the 2012 attack in Libya that left four Americans dead, including Ambassador Chris Stevens—and the ensuing political storm, which raised questions about America’s role in the world, established a playbook to weaponize attention in the social media age, and ultimately changed the course of U.S. history.

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Malcolm Gladwell visits Kennesaw State University to learn about Jiwoo, an AI Assistant that helps future teachers practice responsive teaching by simulating classroom interactions with students. Discover AI’s impact on teaching methods to prepare teachers for the classroom.

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How George H.W. Bush ended Iran-Contra.

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How Hollywood tried to capitalize on Iran-Contra -- and why the story didn’t take.

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How the Iran-Contra hearings made Oliver North an icon, and got Ronald Reagan off the hook.

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How the Reagan administration tried to prevent the Iran scandal from becoming a second Watergate.

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