A Presidential Election Unlike Any Other: The Media and the 2024 Race

The Paley Museum will welcome a distinguished panel of experts and strategists to explore how the ever-expanding world of media—encompassing print, electronic, and digital platforms—can help the public understand the critical issues at stake, despite widespread skepticism toward both the news media and political parties. The discussion will highlight the influence of AI in this unprecedented election, exploring its potential impact on voter behavior. As the campaigns move into their final, decisive months, the panelists will provide insights on how the media can empower citizens with the information needed to make informed choices for the future.

Participating in the discussion will be Joshua Glick, Film & Electronic Arts Professor, Bard College; Margaret Hoover, Host of PBS’s Firing Line with Margaret Hoover; Christine Quinn, Commentator; President/CEO WIN; Reihan Salam, President Manhattan Institute; Jessica Tarlov, Cohost FOX News’ The Five; and moderator Mark Lodato, Dean, Syracuse University S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.