It used to be that we disagreed over the basic facts we were fighting over, and we had different opinions about them. Now I think we accept different sources of authority. ... And people can establish credibility on their own say-so as long as nobody follows the trail and calls them out on it.
Rachel MaddowI don't have any option. I'm not going to be less gay or more pretty. I can't try to have less personality or fewer controversial opinions.
Rachel MaddowWhen people get to speak about themselves and the things that matter to them, on their own terms, we see them as who they are. They can't be reduced to objects of derision.
Rachel MaddowFlint and its lead contaminated water are now the focus of sustained national attention including political attention.
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