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John Lithgow Talks His Career and Political Satire
Award-winning actor John Lithgow is a familiar face on TV, film and stage. He’ll soon be seen portraying former Fox News chairman Roger Ailes in the film “Bombshell.” Before that, he has turned his hand to writing, with a new satirical poetry collection poking fun at the president. He discusses poetical satire with Hari.
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