Americans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out

NEW YORK (AP) — As a Democrat who immersed himself in political news during the presidential campaign, Ziad Aunallah has much in common with many Americans since the election. He's tuned out. “People are mentally exhausted,” said Aunallah, 45, of San Diego.

“Everyone knows what is coming and we are just taking some time off.” Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.



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