RONZHEIMER. Politics and War DNC in Chicago - a talk with John Harris from Politico
Aug 25, 2024
John Harris, Editor-in-Chief and co-founder of Politico, veteran Washington journalist. He reflects on the Chicago convention’s energy and what it means for Kamala Harris’s prospects. He talks about media fairness, Republican reactions, polling reliability, race and gender dynamics in swing states, and the high stakes of the September debate.
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Conventions Can Quickly Shift Party Momentum
- Political conventions still generate energy and momentum for parties and can restore optimism quickly.
- John F. Harris observed Chicago's Democratic convention created tangible unity and a renewed belief in the Democrats' chances after a week of lively events.
Let Momentum Ride Before Seeking Risky Interviews
- Avoid interrupting political momentum by forcing interviews; let a rising candidate ride the wave until risk outweighs reward.
- Harris has rarely given interviews; Harris's team likely prefers controlled appearances until she must prove herself on big platforms like 60 Minutes.
Press Must Apply Even Standards During Bounces
- Maintain journalistic detachment and apply equal critical standards when a candidate is rising or falling.
- John F. Harris warns Politico resists celebratory coverage and aims to probe ideas, records, and public character consistently.