Article snippet: Posted at 3:30 pm on July 22, 2017 by Kimberly Ross I like Sarah Huckabee Sanders, the newly appointed Press Secretary for the Trump administration. She has a fierce, straightforward style. She’s not afraid to go back-and-forth with members of the media. She furrows her brow and stares at them with incredulity. She will not allow media-types to walk all over her or her boss, no matter the subject in question. It’s possible to notice, and admire, these traits, regardless of my feelings toward the president and his policies as a whole. I’m one of those Americans who doesn’t get anything of substance from the White House press briefings. To me, they seem to be little more than political theater. The poor press secretary, whomever they may be, is tasked with being the conduit from the president to the press, and as well as the American people. To be sure, their role is a stressful one. I don’t envy the pressure they’re under as they parade themselves in front of the media (and sometimes cameras) each day. Press briefings matter as much as the press and the press secretary will allow. The press is looking for soundbites to grasp onto, and chances to formulate narratives. I guess some actual reporting is done, too. Opposite of them is the press secretary, looking to answer questions (to a certain extent) smooth waters, introduce ideas or upcoming events, and make the president look good. The rest of us – the American people – either cheerlead entirely for one side, or... Link to the full article to read more