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What journalists think of influencers in politics (Part 2)

APR 6, 202513 MIN
The Briefing

What journalists think of influencers in politics (Part 2)

APR 6, 202513 MIN

Description

In Part Two of The Briefing’s special on influencers in politics, we turn the spotlight on the media itself. 

As backlash grows over content creators stepping into the Australian political space, some say it’s less about bias—and more about blurred standards. 

Tara Cassidy is joined by Jenna Clarke, Associate Editor at The Australian, who argues there’s space for new voices in political coverage—but legacy media, regulation, and accountability still matter. So how do we strike the right balance in 2025? 

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