Political Reporter Mock Interview

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Question 17 of 28

What is your comfort level asking tough questions?

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Christina Erne

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

A political reporter should have the experience to ask hard questions to politicians and draw out answers that are superficially answered. A hiring manager is looking for someone with the skills necessary to get the truth out, and the candidate should describe their experience doing so.

Christina Erne

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

"I believe I am a strong person who does not take no for an answer, and I will prove myself at this job. If I sense something is not making sense, I will push until the truth comes out."

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