The position of the interviewer as one of unprecedented power and influence was described by H. L. Mencken. In chapter 7, The Interview, from the Class 12 English textbook, Mencken emphasizes how interviewers hold significant authority over the portrayal of their subjects. He argues that the interviewer has the ability to shape narratives, determine what aspects of a person’s character are highlighted, and influence public perception. This acknowledgment of the interviewer’s power reflects the responsibility that comes with the role, as their choices can profoundly impact how individuals are viewed by society.