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It's Much Bigger Than O.J.

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Ezra Edelman wasn't planning to make a documentary about O.J. Simpson. But then ESPN offered him five hours of airtime. Edelman's movie (which eventually grew to nearly eight hours) explores a variety of themes through the lens of Simpson's life and trial. O.J.: Made in America has just been named to the Oscar shortlist for Best Documentary.

For the Spiel, Mike goes to school on the Electoral College.

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