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Tom Shales is an American television critic known for his insightful reviews and commentary. He has worked for various publications, including The Washington Post, where he served as the chief television critic. Shales' writings have been influential in shaping public discourse about television and its impact on society.

"Barack Obama is a truly flabbergasting President. And in a good way - not the way some of his predecessors were. He's not flabberghastly. He's not the student who wears a button that says, 'Smartest kid in class,' but clearly he is, at least when surrounded by the White House press corps."


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