Covering Trump in 2024, Pedestrian fatalities

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Former President Donald Trump arrives at a rally, Aug. 5, 2022, in Waukesha, Wis. Morry Gash / AP Photo

A media critic shares his thoughts on how journalists should cover Donald Trump’s presidential campaign in 2024. Then, a New York Times reporter explains why pedestrian deaths are on the rise across the U.S.

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  • How the news media should be covering Donald Trump's 2024 campaign

    A longtime writer and editor, now a media critic, tells us news outlets covering former president Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign to regain that office should not treat him, or the race, like any other.

  • Pedestrian fatalities are on the rise in the U.S., and most are happening at night

    Data shows that the United States is an especially dangerous place for pedestrians. Pedestrian fatalities have been on the rise for the past fifteen years, and most of the incidents are happening at night. A journalist unpacks the research into this phenomenon and a Wisconsin transportation expert gives a brief update on pedestrian safety in the state.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Richelle Wilson Producer
  • Dan Froomkin Guest
  • Emily Badger Guest
  • Robert Schneider Guest

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