SXSW 2024

Unpacking a Complex US Elections Process

Description:

From reporting on the developments of election campaigns, to educating the public on key issues across the ballot, to counting the vote and declaring winners, the media plays an integral role in the democratic process and America’s elections. As the 2024 presidential election fast approaches, hear from AP on the central and historic role news organizations play in covering and conveying election results, along with the biggest challenges news organizations expect to see this election cycle including misinformation, generative AI, deepfakes and more.


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Takeaways

  1. What role does the media play in the democratic process and America's elections>
  2. How do news organizations both cover and convey election results?
  3. What challenges to news organizations expect to see this election cycle?

Speakers


Organizer

Nicole Meir, Media Relations Manager, Associated Press


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  • Event: SXSW
  • Format: Panel
  • Track: Government & Civic Engagement
  • Track 2
  • Level: Beginner


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