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The Preamble

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News, politics, and history put into context by Sharon McMahon, a teacher who knows this stuff better than anyone. Perfect for anyone trying to navigate todayโ€™s political landscape without being told what to think. Youโ€™ll find hope and optimism here.

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About Sharon McMahon

#1 NYT bestselling author of The Small and the Mighty. Host of the award-winning podcast, Here's Where It Gets Interesting. Founder of The Preamble, a newsletter about politics and history. Creator of Sharon Says So on social media.

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