**S**a**po:** Audie Cornish, a CNN correspondent, has expressed apprehension about the media's excessive attention on interviewing Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, suggesting that it may overshadow the campaign's unique outreach efforts.
CNN correspondent Audie Cornish has raised concerns about the media's preoccupation with interviewing Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, arguing that it may divert attention from the campaign's direct outreach to voters.
CNN Reporter Expresses Concern Over Media's Focus on Kamala Harris Interviews
In a recent episode of CNN's "The Assignment" podcast, Cornish expressed unease over the media's fixation on Harris's accessibility and interview frequency. She noted that while Harris has been actively engaging with voters directly, the media's emphasis on formal interviews may overshadow this aspect of the campaign.
"I do get a little nervous that in the media we're preoccupied with, like, how much access, how many conversations is she going to have in the settings we deem most valuable to voters," Cornish said.
CNN Reporter Expresses Concern Over Media's Focus on Kamala Harris Interviews
Cornish's comments come amidst Harris's first in-depth interview with the media since becoming the presumptive nominee, held by CNN's Dana Bash. The interview provoked criticism from Republicans who questioned Harris's ability to handle the scrutiny of the presidency.
Cornish argued that Harris's willingness to engage in interviews does not necessarily correlate to her suitability for the presidency. She emphasized that Harris's ability to ask tough questions as a former prosecutor does not equate to her resilience under similar scrutiny.
CNN Reporter Expresses Concern Over Media's Focus on Kamala Harris Interviews
"I don't know how much that matters," Cornish said.
The lack of media access to Harris has drawn criticism from some, who contend that it has allowed her to avoid addressing tough questions about her past policy stances. However, Cornish suggests that this issue may be overstated.
CNN Reporter Expresses Concern Over Media's Focus on Kamala Harris Interviews
"I think today it did show that she has the ability to sit down and have that back-and-forth that Republicans are talking about 'can she really do it?' So, how many more times?" she said.
Cornish's concerns reflect a broader discussion about the role of the media in presidential campaigns. Some argue that the media's focus on interviews and access can create a skewed perception of candidates' abilities and outreach efforts, potentially overshadowing other aspects of the campaign.
As Election Day approaches, the media's coverage of the candidates will continue to be under scrutiny, with Cornish's concerns serving as a reminder of the need for a balanced approach.
