Political Reporter Mock Interview

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Question 6 of 28

How do you form relationships with politicians?

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Christina Erne

Christina Erne is a meteorologist and a journalist at News 10, Albany's ABC/FOX affiliate.

A good political reporter not only understands the inner workings of politics, but they also have special relationships with certain members of various branches they speak to often to get stories. Candidate should discuss their personality as it applies to befriending politicians and administrators and how that skill makes them a great reporter.

Christina Erne

Christina Erne is a meteorologist and a journalist at News 10, Albany's ABC/FOX affiliate.

"I find that I am a very friendly and compassionate person and I love to listen to people's stories. I am a great reporter because I listen to people who want to talk and they know they can trust me to be honest and tell my stories equally."

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