How the Media Reports

It is often stated that there is a liberal bias in the media coverage of political events. This claim was heard continuously throughout the presidential race between Senators Obama and McCain. Many commentators waxed that the media had "fallen in love" with Obama and were actively aiding his efforts by covering him in a positive light.

Here is SNLs Take







Yet, as is often the case in claims of media bias, little evidence was shown to confirm or disprove these statements. However, the Pew Center conducted an exhaustive study of media coverage during the campaign and did locate a bias. Yet the bias may not be what you think.

http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/media/july-dec08/campaignmedia_10-23.html