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Media interviews: the evolution of candidate sit-downs.

San Antonio Urban Editorial Team
Last updated: 2024/08/09 at 8:08 PM
San Antonio Urban Editorial Team Published August 9, 2024
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The Rise of Unconventional Presidential Campaigning: Kamala Harris Opens Up to Media

Kamala Harris has been on a whirlwind journey that has completely shaken up the 2024 presidential campaign. However, the usually elusive vice president has kept journalists at arm’s length so far, refraining from interviews and limited interaction with the press ever since being chosen as the Democratic candidate to succeed Joe Biden.

This stance is about to shift as the issue of media engagement gains prominence in her campaign. This change indicates a larger shift in the role of journalists as gatekeepers in presidential campaigns, with their influence seemingly waning.

While Harris has been known to engage with reporters during her travels on Air Force Two, these interactions are strictly off the record according to her campaign staff. However, a recent public sighting saw her addressing some questions from the media, hinting at a possible in-depth interview in the near future.

“I’ve talked to my team,” she mentioned. “I want us to get an interview together by the end of the month.”

This comes as her Republican counterpart, former President Donald Trump, seized the spotlight with a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort, aiming to draw a contrast with Harris. The dynamic between candidates and journalists has evolved in the current landscape of presidential campaigns, where controlling the narrative is paramount for campaign teams.

In an era dominated by social media and digital communication, the traditional interview format has lost some of its former glory. With a plethora of channels available to convey their message, candidates now have the luxury of bypassing direct engagement with the media, altering the traditional campaign playbook.

The growing significance of direct candidate interactions with voters and the media highlights the necessity for candidates like Harris to address their record and plans openly. As the campaign progresses, the spotlight on media engagement will continue to intensify.

While the dynamics of interviewing candidates may have shifted, the essence of informed decision-making remains crucial, with undecided voters seeking transparency and accountability from those vying for public office. As the campaign unfolds, the balance between controlled messaging and public scrutiny will play a pivotal role in shaping the electoral landscape.

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