CBS News Sunday Morning Examines Factors Making This Year’s Election the Most Important Yet

The Emmy Award-winning “CBS News Sunday Morning” is set to air a special edition hosted by senior contributor Ted Koppel titled “This Time Is Different.” This episode will delve into the various factors that make this year’s election one of the most significant in recent history. The show will be broadcast on CBS on Sunday, September 8, at 9:00 a.m. ET, and will also be available for streaming on the CBS News app at 11:00 a.m. ET.

One segment of the show, titled “Serving up politics (and deep-fried pickles) at the Wisconsin State Fair,” features Ted Koppel engaging with visitors at the Wisconsin State Fair in a suburb of Milwaukee. Koppel speaks with Wisconsinites about their reasons for supporting their chosen presidential candidates.

Another segment, titled “A political playlist: The fight over campaign songs,” explores the role of music in political campaigns and the legal issues that arise when artists object to their songs being used by specific candidates. Correspondent Tracy Smith investigates the intersection of music, politics, and copyright infringement.

The show also addresses the public’s perception of the economy in a segment called “What’s up with the economy?” Despite indicators suggesting a strong post-pandemic economy, polls reveal that many Americans hold pessimistic views. Correspondent David Pogue interviews economics professor Justin Wolfers to understand the reasons behind this disparity.

The impact of immigration laws on Florida growers is examined in a segment titled “How immigration laws are raising issues for Florida growers.” With a significant portion of the labor force in Florida being foreign-born, the state’s strict anti-illegal immigration laws have significant consequences for farm owners. Correspondent Martha Teichner explores the challenges faced by Florida’s agricultural industry due to the crackdown on undocumented workers.

The segment “What we get wrong about crime” highlights the disconnect between public perception and actual crime rates. While a significant number of Americans believe that crime rates are increasing, FBI statistics show a consistent decline over the past three decades. Correspondent David Pogue investigates the factors contributing to this misperception.

In South Carolina, three Republican State Senators, Katrina Shealy, Sandy Senn, and Penry Gustafson, joined forces with Democrat Margie Bright Matthews and Independent Mia McLeod to filibuster their state’s near-total ban on abortion. This act of crossing party lines resulted in the loss of their party’s primaries and subjected them to threats and harassment. Correspondent Lee Cowan interviews these “Sister Senators” about the price they paid for their principles and the benefits of reaching across the aisle.

The power of politics on screen is explored in a segment featuring actor Martin Sheen, film professor Annette Insdorf, critic Michael Schulman, and former studio head Michael Lynton. The discussion centers around Hollywood’s tradition of political films and the potential impact of polarization on the industry’s storytelling choices.

The segment “How divided is America, really?” challenges the perception of extreme polarization in American society. Correspondent David Pogue presents statistics that demonstrate areas of agreement among Americans, suggesting that the divisions may not be as deep as commonly believed.

The consequences of fake news on the election are examined in a segment featuring senior contributor Ted Koppel and author Steven Brill. Koppel engages in a discussion with Brill about the proliferation of disinformation and conspiracy theories online, and the role of artificial intelligence in exacerbating the challenge of distinguishing fact from fiction.

The article concludes with a focus on the importance of democracy and civic engagement. Historian Mark Updegrove emphasizes the need to pay attention to current events and participate in the democratic process. Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin urges people not to tune out, emphasizing the significance of the upcoming election. The article also includes insights from former President Donald Trump’s supporters and highlights the ongoing battle over memory at the Gettysburg battlefield.

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