Does the media focus on public policy issues in its coverage of elections, candidates and campaigns?

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While some media outlets may include policy discussions in their coverage, the majority of election coverage focuses on the "horse-race" aspect of the campaign and candidates' character traits rather than their proposed policies. This is because the media believes that these stories generate more interest and engagement among the general public.

Does the Media Focus on Public Policy Issues in Its