Eye Quote by Rebecca Traister
“All the epic allusions contribute to the difficulty Clinton has long had in coming across as, simply, a human being. She is uneasy with the press and ungainly on the stump. Catching a glimpse of the 'real' her often entails spying something out of the corner of your eye, in a moment when she's not trying to be, or to sell, 'Hillary Clinton.'”
About This Quote
Source Book: All the Single Ladies? No, Book: The New York Times, 2015
Clinton’s public image is shaped by media narratives that obscure her humanity, making her seem distant and performative.
In simple terms: Media makes her seem less human.
Key Takeaway
Seek authentic portrayals beyond headlines.
Themes
politics
media
image
gender
leadership
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- campaign coverage
- press interviews
- public speeches
- social media commentary
Key Concepts
public perception
narrative framing
identity construction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media framing affect public trust?
- What steps can we take to see leaders as people?
A Different Perspective
Media narratives can be biased and sensationalist.
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