The Many Consequences of Media Hyper Exposure for the Republican Party

Published: March 5, 2021, 11 a.m.

The power of media and public information is undoubtedly powerful - especially in today’s digital age - and it has all been magnified by the pandemic. As this time of hyper exposure – and hypersensitivity – will probably continue for the foreseeable future, the Republican Party is challenged to walk on media eggshells. Bill Stierle and Tom talk about the lasting impact President Donald Trump left on the GOP and how it affects the entire party's reputation among the American people. This scrutiny has been exacerbated by the recent outcry involving Republican Senator Ted Cruz leaving the people of his home state of Texas in the middle of a harsh winter storm and energy grid failure to vacation in Mexico. There is a huge contrast between self-service and public service, particularly regarding what elected politicians must do for their constituents in order to avoid negative public perception.

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