The Shift in Political Scandal Coverage

Political scandals have significantly transformed in coverage and public perception since the introduction of high-profile incidents, particularly the Clinton-Lewinsky affair and subsequent events involving Donald Trump. The podcast discusses how Trump's approach to handling accusations, characterized by outright denial and non-traditional responses, has shifted the narrative around scandal management. While previous politicians often followed a script of admitting wrongdoing, apologizing, and attempting to rehabilitate their image, Trump's behavior has created a new paradigm where traditional responses hold less sway. This change challenges journalists and the public to reconsider how they define and react to political scandal.