From a Snapchat discussion with grime artist JME to an on-stage appearance with the Libertines and last weekend’s interview on Copa90, Jeremy Corbyn’s election campaigning has been intense. But irrespective of who you might be planning to vote for on 8 June, the Labour leader’s election journey is also noteworthy for another reason: it marks the emergence of a new era in British media influence.
Politicians have always courted the young and looked to be at one with the masses. But from kissing babies’ heads to Blair’s keepie-ups with Kevin Keegan, they did so via the BBC, ITV or – more Read full story ›
Source: The Drum