Under many circumstances, increased media attention can favor an incumbent president; however, it can easily damage a campaign when __________.

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If the media attention focuses on a problem that the incumbent president is unable to solve, it can negatively impact their campaign, especially if the media implies that they are making it worse. This can lower public confidence in the president's abilities and ultimately hurt their chances of re-election.

Under Many Circumstances, Increased Media Attention Can Favor an Incumbent