Zero Tolerance: Alex Marlow Interview
Synopsis
Breitbart News editor-in-chief Alex Marlow recalls the tense atmosphere during Donald Trump's inauguration, contrasting it with Barack Obama's in 2009.
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Synopsis
Alex Marlow, editor-in-chief of Breitbart News, reflects on the contrasting atmospheres of Barack Obama’s and Donald Trump’s inaugurations. He recalls the launch of Breitbart.com the day after Obama’s inauguration in 2009, a moment he describes as a significant turning point for conservative media. Marlow discusses the heightened security and tensions surrounding Trump’s inauguration in 2017, marked by protests and a divided public. The interview is part of FRONTLINE’s Transparency Project, which provides access to source material behind its documentaries.
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Why Watch
- See how Hollywood shaped Obama's image as a politician.
- Find out about the intense security during Trump's inauguration.
- Meet Alex Marlow and his insights on media and politics.
Did You Know
- Breitbart.com was launched the day after Barack Obama's inauguration.
- Marlow was living in D.C. during Trump's inauguration, a mile from the Lincoln Memorial.
- The security for Trump's inauguration was described as 'unbelievable' by Marlow.
- Marlow noted that both sides of the political spectrum seized on media coverage of migrant patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Breitbart.com launched?
Breitbart.com was launched the day after Barack Obama's inauguration.
What was the tone of the Obama inauguration compared to the Trump inauguration?
The Obama inauguration was seen as a great day for the country, while the Trump inauguration was described as tense with significant security and protests.
What did Andrew Breitbart believe about Barack Obama?
Andrew Breitbart saw Barack Obama as a made-for-TV president, crafted with the help of powerful Hollywood figures.
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