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    Can books compete with the Internet?
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    In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 11/6/25, we talk with local authors and booksellers about trends in child literacy and preview the Rochester Children and Teens Book Festival.
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    Machine learning meets the campaign trail
    Evan Dawson
    In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 11/6/25, we discuss a recent Pittsford anti-Democrats ad that featured AI actors and debate the appropriate use of AI in politics.
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    Machine learning meets the campaign trail
    Evan Dawson
    During "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 11/6/25, we explore the use of AI in political videos. Then, we turn our focus to the current state of children's literacy and books.
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    What does it take to become a scientist?
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    In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 11/5/25, we're joined by young scientists to discuss the scientific method and why they think everyone can benefit from learning about it.
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    Election results: a big night for Democrats
    Evan Dawson
    In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 11/5/25, our WXXI news team breaks down the results of the local elections and what they mean for the political landscape going forward.
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    Connections
    Election results: a big night for Democrats 
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    During "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 11/5/25, we discuss Tuesday's election results and what they mean for the area. Then, Ph.D. students on the process of becoming a scientist in today's climate.