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David Aaronovitch

Award-winning Journalist

David Aaronovitch is a distinguished British journalist, broadcaster, and author, renowned for his fearless investigative reporting and sharp political analysis. A regular columnist for The Times and a compelling commentator on social and political issues, Aaronovitch has been a critical voice in exposing misinformation and dissecting contemporary political discourse. He is a winner of the Orwell Prize for political journalism and the What the Papers Say "Columnist of the Year" award.

His books, including Voodoo Histories and Party Animals, explore the nature of truth, conspiracy theories, and the complexities of political life in Britain. Aaronovitch’s work continues to shape public understanding and debate across media, politics, and culture.

David Aaronovitch is a distinguished British journalist, broadcaster, and author, renowned for his fearless investigative reporting and sharp political analysis. A regular columnist for The Times and a compelling commentator on social and political issues, Aaronovitch has been a critical voice in exposing misinformation and dissecting contemporary political discourse. He is a winner of the Orwell Prize for political journalism and the What the Papers Say "Columnist of the Year" award.

His books, including Voodoo Histories and Party Animals, explore the nature of truth, conspiracy theories, and the complexities of political life in Britain. Aaronovitch’s work continues to shape public understanding and debate across media, politics, and culture.

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