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Electioncast: Sunak’s Response to Racial Slur

Jun 28, 2024
Newsnight's Kirsty Wark and Nick Watt discuss Rishi Sunak's response to a racial slur. They also explore the influence of young voters on social media during the election. The podcast delves into political dynamics, memory techniques, and the impact of unofficial influencers on campaigns.
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  • Rishi Sunak expressed hurt and anger at racist slur, sparking conversation on leadership and racism.
  • Younger voters are reshaping political engagement on social media, driving viral conversations and impacting elections.

Deep dives

Accidental Social Media Influencers: A Political Shift in Online Engagement

Accidental social media influencers, unbeknownst to them, are reshaping political engagement on platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels. Younger voters, exposed to unofficial content from sources they don't follow, are driving viral conversations. Kate, an advocate for Labour, totalling 18 million views, signifies the impact of authentic online voices over traditional political ads.

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