The Trump Phenomenon: What the Media Got Wrong

The election of Donald Trump as president of the United States came as a surprise to many, particularly in the mainstream media and political establishment. But should it have been a surprise? Did the mainstream media miss a beat? And could they still be? Leonard Steinhorn, a professor of communication and affiliate professor of history at American University, believes that might be the case. NPC Broadcast/Podcast Committee member Leone Lakhani speaks to Professor Steinhorn to find out why.