Women Political Candidates - Is it a Level Playing Field?
Through the Microphone, Blog, and the Lens of the Camera
The Aspen Institute
Washington, D.C.
February 18th, 2010
The media plays a central role in shaping public perception of political candidates. The 2008 US presidential election has prompted a growing global discussion on the impact of the media's seemingly inherent gender bias on the outcome of political campaigns. As women continue to rise to political leadership around the world, it is essential to continue the discussion on the media's treatment of women political candidates.
