Media Fails to Label Kamala Harris as Progressive in 2023
- A Media Research Center study found that ABC has not labeled Kamala Harris as liberal or progressive since her nomination.
- Other networks have acknowledged her liberal voting record, but ABC's coverage has focused on Republican attacks without context.
- The media's avoidance of ideological labels may protect Harris from scrutiny and influence public perception.
A recent study by the Media Research Center revealed that major media outlets, particularly ABC, have not labeled Kamala Harris as a liberal or progressive since her nomination as Vice President on July 21, 2023. Despite her history and voting record, ABC's coverage has avoided ideological labels, focusing instead on Republican criticisms without providing context or counterarguments. Other networks like CBS and NBC have acknowledged her liberal stance, but ABC's omission raises questions about media bias and accountability. This lack of labeling contributes to a narrative that shields Harris from scrutiny, allowing her to be portrayed as above ideology, similar to figures like Oprah or Michelle Obama. The media's reluctance to categorize her ideologically may influence public perception and the political landscape as the election cycle progresses.