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Norman Lear on His Career and Activism

Norman Lear is the legendary TV writer and producer behind sitcom hits like "All in the Family," "The Jeffersons," and "One Day at a Time." He’s also a keen social activist and is the founder of the progressive advocacy group People for the American Way. He joins the show to discuss his career and why he’s still fighting for Americans’ right to vote, alongside former NAACP president Ben Jealous.

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