Criticism of Drew Barrymore's Comments on Vice President Kamala Harris

New York Times columnist Charles Blow criticized talk show host Drew Barrymore for referring to Vice President Kamala Harris as 'Momala,' arguing that it perpetuates harmful stereotypes of Black women. Blow emphasized the importance of Harris being seen as a political figure rather than a caretaker. Harris highlighted the significance of embracing one's individuality and not conforming to societal expectations during the interview.

Underrepresentation of Scientists with Asian or African Names in Science News Coverage

A study found that scientists with Asian or African names are 15% less likely to be named in news stories covering scientific research. Journalists may face practical challenges when interviewing researchers with non-Anglo names, leading to disparities in media representation. The underrepresentation of minority ethnicity names in science news coverage highlights the importance of equitable representation and diversity in the scientific community.