The News Meeting How should the media handle Trump 2.0?
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Jan 17, 2025 Mary Jordan and Kevin Sullivan, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists, share crucial insights on how the media must adapt to a potential second Trump presidency. They discuss the lessons learned from past coverage and the ongoing struggle with misinformation. Katie Riley, Tortoise’s data editor, emphasizes the need for innovative business models in journalism. The conversation dives into the challenges of maintaining journalistic integrity, navigating political fear, and focusing on serious issues rather than sensationalism in a rapidly changing media landscape.
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Media in Crisis
- Traditional media faces a crisis due to a dying business model and the rise of social media.
- Trump's reality TV experience and constant falsehoods exploit this fragmented media landscape.
Legacy Media's Struggle
- Legacy media struggles financially, with some relying on billionaires while others, like the New York Times, remain profitable.
- The rise of non-legacy media and tech platforms further complicates the media landscape.
Combating Misinformation
- Journalists must relentlessly challenge misinformation, even if some Trump supporters seem indifferent.
- Don't become exhausted by Trump's relentless falsehoods; consistent fact-checking is crucial.