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How I Approached Photographing a Trump Rally at Madison Square Garden (And Why I Got Heat For It)

In the Flash • 1938 implied HN points • 31 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Events Photography Election coverage Public Opinion Media Critique
  1. Photographing a Trump rally brings mixed reactions, especially from people on the Left who sometimes assume support based on the photos shared. This can lead to negative comments and unfollows on social media.
  2. It's important to treat everyone with respect when taking photos, no matter their political views. The photographer aims to capture the humanity in people rather than portraying them in a negative light.
  3. Understanding that not all Trump supporters are the same helps to avoid labeling everyone in a group. Many are motivated by personal concerns like economic stability, and it's essential to see them as individuals rather than stereotypes.

The Kamala Interview

Points And Figures • 1172 implied HN points • 17 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Commentary Media Analysis Election coverage Public Opinion Political Humor
  1. Kamala Harris didn't perform well during her interview. Many commentators noticed her lack of effectiveness in answering questions.
  2. Some people tried to find positive aspects in her responses, but the overall reaction was mostly negative. Her interview may be used in ads to highlight her long-winded answers.
  3. The discussion about her personality and presence was critical, with some finding her annoying. This could affect how undecided voters view her.

Note: Primary Coverage in Loudoun County, Virginia

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 5028 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election coverage Political Analysis
  1. Loudoun County, Virginia, witnessed significant political shifts from supporting Biden in 2020 to a narrower win for the Democratic governor in 2021 due to a school controversy.
  2. Media portrayed the unrest in Loudoun as a racist revolt and attributed it to white supremacy, while local observations presented a more complex and nuanced reality.
  3. The author plans to revisit the area for primary coverage regarding the upcoming Super Tuesday election, aiming to offer alternative perspectives to mainstream narratives.

Univision's Kamala Harris "town hall" for "undecided Latino Voters" was actually filled with avowed Kamala supporters

Michael Tracey • 216 implied HN points • 11 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election coverage Political Events Media Analysis Voter Engagement Public Perception
  1. The town hall event for undecided Latino voters was actually filled with people who already supported Kamala Harris. This misled viewers into thinking they were seeing genuine questions from undecided voters.
  2. The audience consisted of 'seat fillers' and select supporters rather than a true representation of undecided voters. This involved a casting company that chose who got to attend.
  3. Traditional town halls used to be about community discussions, but now they are more like entertainment events with scripted interactions and less real dialogue about concerns.
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FACT CHECK: No, President Biden Didn’t Call Donald Trump Supporters “Garbage”

Proof • 68 implied HN points • 31 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Commentary Fact-checking Media Analysis Election coverage
  1. President Biden did not insult Donald Trump supporters by calling them 'garbage.' Instead, he was criticizing a specific comment made by a Trump supporter.
  2. The media and Trump used Biden's words out of context to create confusion and controversy. This shows how misinformation can spread easily.
  3. It's important to fact-check statements and understand the context behind what politicians say, especially during election times.

The Election Vindicates JoeWrote's Mission (And Shows Why You Should Support It).

JoeWrote • 33 implied HN points • 11 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Analysis Election coverage Political Commentary Socialism
  1. Both mainstream and independent media often fail to provide the honest and critical analysis that people need. Many people feel disappointed with how current events are covered.
  2. There is a need for media that offers realistic and hopeful solutions to societal problems, rather than just identifying issues without addressing their causes.
  3. Supporting alternative outlets, like JoeWrote, can help create content that focuses on socialist and anti-imperialist perspectives, aiming to fill the gaps left by traditional and independent media.

The election model is a little too popular

Silver Bulletin • 334 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election coverage Media influence Decision-making Forecasting Partisanship
  1. The election model became overwhelmingly popular, potentially overshadowing other content.
  2. The author is considering different strategies to manage the model's audience and impact.
  3. There are various options being considered, like putting the model behind a paywall or appealing to different types of audiences.

A.G. Sulzberger vs. The New York Times

networked • 71 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Political Bias Election coverage White House Trump administration
  1. A.G. Sulzberger emphasizes the importance of journalistic independence and following facts wherever they lead.
  2. The dissonance between Sulzberger's vision for journalism and the daily reality of The New York Times is evident in the paper's reporting practices.
  3. The Times has a history of providing political cover for powerful individuals, including Trump, Ivanka, and Jared Kushner.

I Don't Think it Really Matters How the New York Times Covers Trump and Biden in February

I Might Be Wrong • 4 implied HN points • 13 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Election coverage Political Campaigns Journalism Democratic Party
  1. The New York Times' coverage of Trump and Biden in February may not have a significant impact in the long run.
  2. Most people don't heavily follow politics until closer to the election day, with swing voters making decisions just before voting.
  3. Media coverage and political debates early in the year may not sway undecided voters, who often gather information from random sources.