They look like — and link to — real news articles. But they're actually ads from the Harris campaign

They look like — and link to — real news articles. But they're actually ads from the Harris campaign

SeattlePI.com

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A Harris advertising campaign that uses Google search is prompting some concerns among news outlets about their work being co-opted for political purposes. The campaign, which includes links to news stories, shows the importance for news organizations to protect their independence at a time many consumers are suspicious of bias in journalism. The Harris campaign says it has no plans to stop the under-the-radar campaign after it was revealed this week. Google says the ads are clearly labeled as such for people who come across it. With less than three months before a closely-fought election, campaigns are looking to find new ways to reach voters.

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