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Abby Phillip Says She Studies Conspiracies To Engage Conservatives, Faces Criticism From Right

Her podcast remarks became fresh fodder for debate over media silos, on‑air debunking, perceived bias.

Overview

  • In an interview on Joy Reid’s podcast, the CNN NewsNight anchor said conservatives are living in a completely different information world than liberals.
  • Phillip said half her job is tracking the latest conspiracy theories so she can address them on air when they arise.
  • She argued that debunking false claims in real time may be the first moment some viewers hear an alternative point of view.
  • Newsbusters and Fox News highlighted and criticized the remarks, with Newsbusters questioning her choice to make them on Reid’s show.
  • Fox News noted she made similar points earlier this month on Pod Save America while discussing supporters of President Donald Trump and media silos.