Tucson Festival of Books

Lifting the Veil on Misinformation


Misinformation was a term that only vaguely registered in the public consciousness a decade ago. Today, “fake news” is often used by politicians to deflect anything they don’t agree with. Coming from three very different angles, these authors will cut through the noise and guide us toward a “truthier” future.


Panelists
David Blumenthal

David Blumenthal, a leading expert on health and social policies in the United States, has served as a practicing physician, government and foundation leader, and author and professor throughout his distinguished career....

John Fugelsang

John Fugelsang has been murdered on CSI and picketed by the Westboro Baptist Church. A Drama League–nominated actor and broadcaster, he has hosted TV shows and podcasts, including the acclaimed Tell Me Everything series on SiriusXM Progress....

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Chris Mathias

Christopher Mathias is a journalist covering the far right. Previously a senior reporter at HuffPost, he has done work for the Guardian, MSNBC, Zeteo, and WNYC. His reporting chronicled the rapid radicalization of the GOP, and has helped unmask white supremacist cops, soldiers, teachers, and politicians....

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Books:
Whiplash
From the Battle for Obamacare to the War on Science
David Blumenthal
Current Issues / Politics / Social Science
Yale University Press
March 2026
ISBN 9780300263480
344 pages
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Separation of Church and Hate
A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds
John Fugelsang
Current Issues / Politics / Social Science
Simon and Schuster
September 2025
ISBN 9781668066898
304 pages
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To Catch a Fascist
The Fight to Expose the Radical Right
Chris Mathias
Current Issues / Politics / Social Science
Atria Books
February 2026
ISBN 9781668034767
320 pages
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