As Donald Trump’s second term approaches, news outlets are enhancing political coverage. However, Politico has appointed British journalist Jack Blanchard to lead its flagship newsletter, Playbook. Despite facing skepticism for being a foreigner explaining U.S. politics, editor John Harris supports Blanchard's fresh perspective. Blanchard openly acknowledges his newcomer status and recognizes the challenge of winning over a demanding readership. The article explores the evolution of Playbook and the mixed reactions to Blanchard's appointment, signifying a broader discussion on insider versus outsider perspectives in political journalism.
It's really strange that they brought a Brit in to explain U.S. politics to people who know it best. It's like Washington for dummies.
He's both a foreigner coming to Washington with fresh and curious eyes and, in some profound sense, he's a native. He inhales politics.
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