On with Kara Swisher Jake Tapper on Trust, Trump and CNN
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Jul 10, 2023 
Jake Tapper, Chief Washington Correspondent for CNN and author of "All the Demons Are Here," dives into the state of journalism amid political turmoil. He discusses the challenge of avoiding clickbait in a sensationalist media landscape and questions the future of nonpartisan news. Tapper also reflects on the lasting impacts of Watergate on public trust and shares insights from his novel that draw parallels to real-life media figures. The conversation touches on ethical dilemmas in today's political coverage and the essential role of integrity in journalism.
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Investigative Journalism
- Investigative journalism involves persuading reluctant sources to reveal crucial information.
- This often requires strategic bluffing without lying.
Government and Leadership
- Leaders often isolate themselves from criticism, hindering self-awareness.
- Governments frequently lie, both trivially and significantly.
Trump's Spectacle
- Trump's visit to Versailles restaurant after his arraignment was a spectacle.
- Tapper stopped airing it, prioritizing news value over sensationalism.
