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Mark McKinnon

Mark McKinnon

Political Analyst & Media Producer

Mark McKinnon is a polital advisor, reform advocate, columnist, and television producer. He was the creator and co-host of Showtime's Emmy-nominated hit aocurnentar- series "The Circus" the longest- running, most-matched unscripted show in the history of the network ran for eight seasons.

Mark McKinnon has worked for many causes, companies, and candidates, including President George W. Bush, Senator John McCain, late Governor Ann Richards, and Bono. He was the chief media advisor for five winning presidential primary and general election campaigns.

The problem is that the tools we have now amplify anonymity and encourage warfare like we have never seen before. We become tribal for lots of different reasons. The problem is that if people cannot agree on facts, how can they even have a discussion?