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The Newsroom

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S1 E8

The Blackout Part I: Tragedy Porn

The ratings for "News Night" plummet after it downplays a pair of sensational stories, and Will and Mac must find a way to lure back enough viewers to justify the network's quest to air a Republican debate. Meanwhile, Will considers writers for an all-access profile. Sloan is disappointed by the lack of coverage of an important financial story. Charlie learns a National Security Agency whistle-blower's identity.

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Episode 1: We Just Decided To

Episode 2: News Night 2.0

Episode 3: The 112th Congress

Episode 4: I'll Try to Fix You

Episode 5: Amen

Episode 6: Bullies

Episode 7: 5/1

Episode 8: The Blackout Part I: Tragedy Porn

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Episode 9: The Blackout Part II: Mock Debate