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  • Examining Gender Bias in U.S. Political News Coverage
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    Examining Gender Bias in U.S. Political News Coverage

    A recent article from The Journalist’s Resource disseminated five studies examining the current state of gender bias in U.S. political news coverage. Researchers found consistent patterns reflecting societal gender stereotypes, including underrepresentation of women, portrayals of gender-based social roles, distinctions between female communion and male agency, and an emphasis on female candidates’ attractiveness or sexuality.…