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OPINION: Love on TV, now with reality
New developments in reality dating shows are welcome, if a little overdue

I had a truly sobering experience the other day. I’ve always considered myself to be an occasional consumer of reality television, but Monday’s announcement of the upcoming lead for “The Bachelorette” reminded me that I’ve now spent most of my time in college ‘ironically’ following the absurdity that is Bachelor Nation and its offshoots. Congratulations to Clare Crawley on her upcoming pursuit of love on TV. Equal kudos to ABC for lulling me into the laughable notion that I wouldn’t get hooked on watching pretty people bumble into love on TV.

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Bachelor Breakdown: Hometown throw down
A recap and commentary of "The Bachelor" from a true fan

In the words of Hunter Hayes, “I don’t want easy I want crazy.” Seems like Peter wants just that. This week on “The Bachelor” we viewers got to experience hometowns. […]