From covering the governor to flacking for him
One on one with Governor McCrory tonight on WNCN/NBC 17 News at 6. #ncpol, #nbc17
— Kim Genardo (@KimGNBC17) February 12, 2013
Ten days later it’s announced that she’s going to be the governor’s communications director. Did she know on Feb. 12 — when she did her one-on-one — that she’d be doing PR for him in a few days? I’ve asked.
* NBC-17 reporter hired as Gov. McCrory’s communications director (newsobserver.com)
UPDATE: Genardo hasn’t responded to my tweet or email, but here’s what she told WFAE (Charlotte) news director Greg Collard:
From: kgenardo@wncn.com [mailto:kgenardo@wncn.com]
Sent: Friday, February 22, 2013 3:18 PM
To: Greg Collard
Subject: Re: question about new jobGreg,
I covered both of Gov McCrory’s campaigns and NEVER spoke to him or asked about employment. I have integrity.
The outgoing comm director recommended me for the job and I seized the opportunity.
I look forward to answering questions from you and your staff about issues concerning NC.
Call press office with further questions.
Thanks,
Kim
Notice that Genardo, a Medill grad, has been tweeting about the governor this week — and not disclosing her new job.
