You Are Here: Politician Scandals

Politician Scandals

With a number of sex scandals involving prominent politicians hitting the news at once, You Are Here examines the media and public’s fascination with these stories. Joseph Leahy provides historical context, reflecting on past scandals, including the Monica Lewinsky story. Samantha Edwards looks at the various scandals in the Kennedy family. Cameron Wong then reports on the trial of Dominique Strauss-Kahn. Ying Lin examines the revelation of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s secret child with his maid. Zara Neifield compares international reactions to these stories. Producer Erica Moura interviews Albert May, of George Washington University’s school of media and public affairs.

Reporters: Kyna Doles, Erica Moura, Joseph Leahy, Cameron Wong, Ying Lin, Samantha Edwards, Zara Neifield

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