Media Confidential Trump’s tariff-mania: What are journalists missing?
Apr 10, 2025
Anya Schiffrin, Director of the Technology, Media and Communications Programme at Columbia University, dives into the complexities of Trump’s tariffs and their media coverage. She discusses the critical obligation of journalists to tackle these pivotal economic changes and examines where they fall short. Schiffrin also sheds light on the pressure universities face under the current administration, emphasizing the necessity of resisting authoritarianism and advocating for media accountability in turbulent times.
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Trump's Tariff Impact and Media's Role
- Trump's tariffs are causing global shockwaves, raising questions about the media's role.
- Did financial journalists fail to anticipate this major story?
Did Financial Journalists Miss the Story?
- Lionel Barber questions if financial journalists missed the biggest story, similar to the 2008 financial crisis.
- He discusses how some commentators predicted Trump's protectionist leanings but not the scale and arbitrary methodology.
Lack of Depth in British Media Coverage
- The Sunday Times' commentary focused on trivial matters instead of the significant tariff issue.
- Barber emphasizes the need for deeper analysis and practical advice for investors in the British media.