The Megyn Kelly Show ABC's Bias, How Trump Could Have Played it, and Whether the Debate Sways Voters, with The Fifth Column Hosts | Ep. 885
Sep 11, 2024
Kmele Foster, a partner at Freethink and co-host of The Fifth Column, alongside fellow co-hosts Michael Moynihan and Matt Welch, dive into the contentious dynamics of a recent presidential debate. They critique ABC's biased moderation and discuss how it affected public trust in the media. The trio debates Trump's potential strategies against the bias, the lack of substance from Kamala Harris, and the intriguing impact of celebrity endorsements like Taylor Swift’s. Additionally, they explore voters' reactions and the disconnect between media narratives and public sentiment.
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Harris' Lack of Interviews
- Kamala Harris had only given one interview in over 50 days, and it was to CNN.
- This lack of scrutiny makes moderators' role in challenging her views even more critical.
Adversarial Debates
- Presidential debates should be adversarial interviews.
- Two moderators should challenge each candidate directly, enhancing scrutiny.
ABC's Bias
- ABC's bias was evident; they acted as Kamala Harris's ally.
- The debate highlighted ABC's decision to target Trump and damaged their reputation.