Sarah Palin to Seek New Trial After Losing NYT Lawsuit

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JAN 2022

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The Spin

Right narrative

Palin's first trial was a total fracas. Juror deliberations were influenced by the judge's planned ruling popping up on smartphones. There is no way she got a fair trial.

Wall Street Journal

Left narrative

Judge Rakoff has been adamant that the notifications played no role whatsoever in jury deliberations. Palin is relentlessly pursuing a case she cannot win.

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