Mediagazer: While political reporters' thirst for newness is a boon for unknown candidates, it's contingent upon continued success and fails to reflect voter preference (Jack Shafer/Politico)

11:55 PM ET, April 18, 2019

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While political reporters' thirst for newness is a boon for unknown candidates, it's contingent upon continued success and fails to reflect voter preference — Journalists love a candidate who loves them back. — Jack Shafer is Politico's senior media writer.

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