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Is Emmys host Nate Bargatze the clean, controversy-free comedian to unite America?

Is Emmys host Nate Bargatze the clean, controversy-free comedian to unite America?

The stand-up comedian has built his reputation with clean jokes, viral ‘Saturday Night Live’ skits and a knack for avoiding contentious topics. Kevin E G Perry examines how Bargatze’s middle-of-the-road comedy made him the perfect choice to host this year’s Emmys

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