The Rest Is Politics 243. Question Time: The worst political cliches, US voter suppression, and is the left-leaning media too 'worthy'?
May 1, 2024
The podcast dives into the intriguing question of whether Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could inadvertently boost Donald Trump against Biden. It also tackles the frustrating abundance of political clichés, probing the real meanings behind phrases like 'I've been very clear.' Voter suppression is another hot topic, revealing how it often operates behind the scenes. Additionally, the discussion highlights the urgent need to engage younger voters who seem disinterested in participating in democracy, raising important concerns about political activism and future electoral participation.
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Right-Wing Media Dominance
- Right-wing media dominates British politics due to concentrated ownership and an older, more conservative readership.
- Left-leaning media may struggle because it can be perceived as worthy, lacking the sensationalism of right-wing outlets.
Media Bias
- Alastair Campbell points out the right-wing media's eagerness to create Labour scandals.
- They highlight a minor error by a Conservative minister while ignoring similar errors made by Labour politicians.
Silenced Candidate
- Alastair Campbell discusses Maximilian Krah, a leading AFD candidate in Germany, being effectively silenced due to an aide's arrest for spying.
- Although he remains on the ballot, the AFD has barred him from interviews and events, raising questions about the impact on their vote.