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BumRushDaShow

(169,736 posts)
Sat Jan 13, 2024, 07:17 PM Jan 2024

Biden campaign taps Jon Stewart alum for help with media-savvy tactics

Last edited Sat Jan 13, 2024, 07:55 PM - Edit history (1)

Source: Salon

Published January 13, 2024 4:56PM (EST)


In a smart move that will surely help to draw the eyes of younger voters in 2024 — especially those of the TikTok generation — the Biden campaign is bringing on Andy Crystal, former research producer for Apple TV+’s "The Problem with Jon Stewart" and Netflix’s "Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj," in an effort to give Biden a sharp, media-savvy advantage over his opponents.

According to campaign officials, Crystal will combine traditional campaign research with a greater emphasis on viral videos, investigative reporting and other tactics that will break through in the media. He will report to Michael Tyler, communications director.

“Andy’s vision, vast intellect and passion for finding and reporting important stories drove our most memorable episodes," Jim Margolis, executive producer and showrunner of "Patriot Act" said in a statement. "He has an uncommon ability to quickly process huge amounts of information, to make complex stories understandable and to put a human face on issues that matter. His brain is a firehose of smart and interesting ideas, and he was always the person we turned to make sure we had the story right."

According to Politico, Biden's campaign has also tapped Lauren Hitt, who most recently served as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s (D-N.Y.) communications director, as a senior national spokesperson.

Read more: https://www.salon.com/2024/01/13/biden-campaign-taps-jon-stewart-alum-for-help-with-media-savvy-tactics/?in_brief=true

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Biden campaign taps Jon Stewart alum for help with media-savvy tactics (Original Post) BumRushDaShow Jan 2024 OP
This, has the makings of a great campaign. Good luck to all, I cannot wait. n/t SheilaAnn Jan 2024 #1
YES!... Think. Again. Jan 2024 #2
This is actually a pretty big deal! This will make a real difference. Nt Quixote1818 Jan 2024 #3
Interesting. IcyPeas Jan 2024 #4
Good move democrank Jan 2024 #5
I like this...a LOT.... bahboo Jan 2024 #6
BumRushDaShow...... Upthevibe Jan 2024 #7
Glad folks are happy about it BumRushDaShow Jan 2024 #8
Brilliant!! ailsagirl Jan 2024 #9
Biden honoring Taylor Swift with something would be fun in the polls ArkansasDemocrat1 Jan 2024 #10
The Lincoln Project would be another wise choice Sucha NastyWoman Jan 2024 #11
And Victor Shi sheshe2 Jan 2024 #12
Rec TY she! Cha Jan 2024 #16
I love this young man! sheshe2 Jan 2024 #17
Right... when I saw VS's name I Cha Jan 2024 #18
Ha! sheshe2 Jan 2024 #19
Interesting clip. qwlauren35 Jan 2024 #23
Meanwhile, you only have to be Mr.Bill Jan 2024 #13
Wisdom is a wonderful thing. Phoenix61 Jan 2024 #14
Good on the Biden Campaign! Cha Jan 2024 #15
Lauren Hitt...!!! progressoid Jan 2024 #20
I've always thought Dems should tap Hollywood talent. Kablooie Jan 2024 #21
I think they already are and have been. Remember Trump's attack on Hollywood, and esp. Meryl Streep, CTyankee Jan 2024 #22

IcyPeas

(25,474 posts)
4. Interesting.
Sat Jan 13, 2024, 08:24 PM
Jan 2024
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Experienced legal researcher and political consultant (member of New York State Bar; admitted 2014). Expertise in analyzing political vulnerabilities arising from the legal records of prospective candidates for office or judicial nominees and creating communication plans to counteract them.


Investigative Researcher for Hillary for America.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-crystal-805b5962

democrank

(12,597 posts)
5. Good move
Sat Jan 13, 2024, 08:28 PM
Jan 2024

This should help Democrats develop a streamlined, eye-catching, head-turning message.

BumRushDaShow

(169,736 posts)
8. Glad folks are happy about it
Sat Jan 13, 2024, 09:08 PM
Jan 2024

since some were worried about Biden bringing John Kerry into the campaign but also needing to attract "young people".

qwlauren35

(6,309 posts)
23. Interesting clip.
Sun Jan 14, 2024, 07:09 PM
Jan 2024

It's from last April. I wonder if anyone will remember.

Or will they just remember Gaza. Which needs to be over by this summer.

Mr.Bill

(24,906 posts)
13. Meanwhile, you only have to be
Sat Jan 13, 2024, 11:24 PM
Jan 2024

a pathological liar to have a position in the Trump campaign.

Phoenix61

(18,828 posts)
14. Wisdom is a wonderful thing.
Sat Jan 13, 2024, 11:33 PM
Jan 2024

I’m not surprised that Biden is pulling together an amazing team.

Kablooie

(19,107 posts)
21. I've always thought Dems should tap Hollywood talent.
Sun Jan 14, 2024, 02:42 PM
Jan 2024

So many entertainers and writers are Democrats and they know how to create effective presentations.
They could help make politicians seem less dull and could help create memorable speeches.

CTyankee

(68,198 posts)
22. I think they already are and have been. Remember Trump's attack on Hollywood, and esp. Meryl Streep,
Sun Jan 14, 2024, 02:55 PM
Jan 2024

calling her "overrated."

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