Trump's 2016 Campaign: A Decade of Media Coverage That Forever Changed American Politics
A decade after launching his 2016 presidential bid, Donald Trump's entry into the race forever changed American politics through a media landscape marked by polarizing coverage and unprecedented attention. The impact of that event is still being felt in today's divisive political climate.
It's been 10 years since Donald Trump launched his historic presidential bid, riding down the golden escalator at Trump Tower and forever changing American politics; however, a review of how the media covered the event reveals that many outlets initially underestimated Trump's chances, with some even suggesting he was unlikely to win. This lack of coverage paved the way for other candidates, including Bernie Sanders, to emerge in the Democratic primary. The 2016 election marked a turning point in American politics, and its impact can still be felt today. As the media reflects on how it covered Trump's entry into the race, it is clear that a more thorough analysis of his candidacy would have had significant consequences for the outcome of the election.
