Harold Holzer

In this enlightening discussion, Harold Holzer, Director of the Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute and author of The President vs. the Press, delves into Theodore Roosevelt's groundbreaking relationship with the media. Roosevelt revolutionized presidential PR, skillfully using the press to mold his image and promote progressive policies. Holzer highlights how Roosevelt's tactics, from engaging with muckrakers to hosting unique press conferences, reshaped the dynamics of political communication, paving the way for future presidents and their media strategies.