The Backstory

Trust in US Media Hits Record Low, As Biden Admin Silences Dissenting Voices

On the final edition of The Backstory, Rachel Blevins and a panel of esteemed guests discuss the latest political developments from all around the globe.
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The show begins with cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune, Scott Stantis, weighing in on the latest out of the 2024 presidential race, including how Trump and Harris are performing in the polls.
Then, podcast host and activist Misty Winston shares her perspective on a new report from Gallup revealing Americans' trust in the media.
The second hour begins with International relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda, who breaks down Western reactions to China's military drills amid the country's pledge with Russia to strengthen ties.
At the end of the show Beirut-based Ecuadorean journalist Esteban Carillo speaks on the latest out of the Middle East, including Israel's continuous onslaught of Gaza and its ongoing strikes in Lebanon.
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