Donald Trump, the man who often prides himself on being tough and strong, has once again shown his true colors by backing out of a scheduled interview with CBS’ “60 Minutes.” In the opening segment of the show, correspondent Scott Pelley detailed how it has been a long-standing tradition for presidential candidates to sit down with “60 Minutes” in October before the election, but Trump decided to bail a week prior. The excuses that were offered by his campaign ranged from fearing fact-checking to demanding an apology for a previous interview.
It’s quite telling when a candidate is afraid of being fact-checked because it implies that they have something to hide, that they want to spread lies without being held accountable for them.… Continue reading
I have to admit, when I sat down to watch Kamala Harris’ CNN interview, I wasn’t expecting much. In today’s media landscape, where sensationalism and controversy seem to reign supreme, a calm and collected discussion with a political leader doesn’t exactly scream “great TV”. But you know what? That’s perfectly okay.
It seems that the days of in-depth policy discussions and respectful dialogue have been long gone, replaced by flashy headlines and gotcha questions. And yet, as I watched Kamala Harris navigate her way through the interview with presidential grace and clarity, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of relief.… Continue reading
I recently witnessed what can only be described as a disastrous interview featuring former President Donald Trump at the National Association of Black Journalists convention. Trump, who had the audacity to call himself “the best president for the Black population since Abraham Lincoln,” faced a panel comprised of prominent and highly educated African Americans. The audience’s audible groans and reactions showcased the disconnect between Trump’s rhetoric and the reality of his performance.
During the interview, Trump came across as grumpy, cruel, hard-of-hearing, and a race-baiting a–hole. He seemed to have forgotten that he was not in front of his usual all-white rally crowd, leading to multiple factually incorrect statements and awkward exchanges.… Continue reading
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