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Denialism

The Political Scene Podcast

Mike Johnson and the Power of the Big Lie

In court, Donald Trump’s former associates renounce the fallacy of a stolen 2020 election in order to avoid prison time. But, in Congress, standing by “the Big Lie” can make you Speaker.
Dispatch

India’s Epidemic of False COVID-19 Information

As patients and families frantically seek treatment, elected officials—and some physicians—have fuelled denialism and specious talk of miracle cures.
Medical Dispatch

The Deadly Cost of America’s Pandemic Politics

Vaccines are on the way, but until they arrive tens of thousands of lives depend on the battle for public opinion.
Daily Comment

The Deep Denialism of Donald Trump

Richard Brody

Redemption

News Desk

Video: Michael Specter’s TED Talk

Page-Turner

The Exchange: Michael Specter