The News Agents Was this Kemi Badenoch's worst day yet?
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Feb 12, 2025 
Kemi Badenoch, a prominent Member of Parliament and a rising star in the Conservative Party, faces challenges in her communication strategy as she navigates modern media landscapes. In a candid discussion, she reflects on her recent rebuffs in Parliament and the effectiveness of her media outreach. The conversation draws parallels between her efforts and Donald Trump's podcast engagements, questioning the existence of similar platforms in the UK. The dialogue also touches on outdated government communication methods and the troubling rise of far-right extremism in society.
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Badenoch's PMQ Struggles
- Kemi Badenoch struggled in Prime Minister's Questions, failing to land a blow on the Prime Minister for two consecutive weeks.
- The Prime Minister pointed out she hadn't "done her homework."
Badenoch's New Strategy
- Kemi Badenoch is exploring a new communication strategy, possibly emulating Trump's focus on right-wing podcasts.
- The UK media landscape differs from the US, making this approach potentially less effective.
Badenoch's Media Strategy
- Kemi Badenoch's media strategy involves fewer interviews and a focus on alternative outlets.
- She praised Trump and Musk in a podcast interview, disregarding accountability issues.