The Chuck ToddCast How To Cover Trump As An Independent Journalist With Tara Palmeri
Apr 9, 2025
Tara Palmeri, an independent journalist formerly with Puck and Politico, discusses the evolving media landscape and her journey into independent journalism. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity over polish in digital news. The conversation touches on bias in reporting, the necessity of rebuilding local news, and the impact of the Trump administration's adversarial stance towards the media. Tara also shares insights on her relatives' perspectives on the Ukraine war and the unsettling embrace of Russia by the American right.
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Unconstitutional Press Pool Rationale
- The White House tried to kick the Associated Press out of the press pool for referring to the Gulf of Mexico by its actual name.
- This rationale is unconstitutional, similar to firing someone based on appearance.
Capitulation Erodes Trust
- Traditional media's failure to unite and support the Associated Press against the White House sets a dangerous precedent.
- It signals a prioritization of short-term gains over long-term principles, like upholding the First Amendment.
O.J. and Craigslist's Impact on Journalism
- Two major events reshaped political journalism: the O.J. Simpson trial and Craigslist.
- Craigslist's free classifieds decimated local news organizations, contributing to the current nationalized, distrustful information ecosystem.