Moonves: Every News Organization Looking at Campaign

The transcript discusses the role of media in politics, reflecting on CBS News' coverage of the election and the challenges posed by fake news. It highlights the need for media organizations to adapt to a changing landscape, especially with the rise of social media and a president-elect who frequently uses Twitter to communicate directly with voters. The discussion emphasizes the unique challenges and opportunities this presents for news organizations.

What was one of the main challenges faced by news organizations during the recent election coverage?

• Too much information from the candidates

• Technical difficulties in broadcasting

• Distinguishing between fake and real news

• Lack of interest from the public

How did the speaker feel about CBS News' handling of the election coverage?

• Disappointed with the outcome

• Indifferent to the results

• Critical of their methods

• Proud of their approach

What is expected to be a significant change in media relations with the new president-elect?

• Less media coverage

• More televised debates

• Direct communication via Twitter

• Increased press conferences

How often does the president-elect use Twitter to communicate with voters?

• Once a week

• Rarely, if ever

• Three or four times a day

• Only during elections

What is the anticipated impact of the president-elect's communication style on news organizations?

• Increased reliance on traditional media

• A need to adapt to direct voter communication

• No significant impact

• A decrease in news coverage