press-driven politics
noun phraseUK /prɛs ˈdrɪvən ˈpɒlɪtɪks/
US /prɛs ˈdrɪvən ˈpɑːlɪtɪks/
Politics that are mostly shaped by what newspapers and news shows say.
The scandal showed how press-driven politics can change an election overnight.
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2. Political decisions made quickly because of media pressure.
The mayor's sudden U-turn was pure press-driven politics.
3. A style of campaigning that relies on getting news attention.
Her press-driven politics kept her name in the headlines every week.
4. When reporters set the agenda for what leaders talk about.
Critics say press-driven politics leaves little room for long-term planning.