In this episode of HearSay, Partners Michael Maslansky, Lee Hartley Carter, and Katie Cronen navigate the complex terrain of “bad facts” in messaging—a topic that is as timely as it is uncomfortable.

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Which candidate is the real agent of change in this presidential election? Lee Carter joined John Berman Tuesday morning on CNN News Central for some election language analysis… including how voters are more likely to see Harris as the change candidate and how her messaging is working to shape this perception, especially among undecided voters.

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m+p Vice President Madeleine Neider emphasizes the importance of effective communication in healthcare. Highlighting the need for patients to use language that resonates with both them and their doctors to ensure clear and efficient dialogue, she introduces our new Sync methodology, the latest in patient dialogue research, to ensure what a patient says is what their doctor hears.

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In the wake of the vice-presidential debate, did either candidate do enough to sway undecided voters? Lee Carter says no–and shares two key things campaigns must do to close the deal, in this piece for FoxNews.com.

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Lee Carter joined co-anchor Kate Bolduan on CNN News Central, for a panel conversation about the vice-presidential debate: the messages conveyed and the civility displayed between the two candidates.

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The vice-presidential debate offered a refreshing change from the combative tone that has plagued our political discourse in recent years. While that was a relief for many viewers, did either candidate do enough to change any votes? Lee Carter shares analysis and takeaways from her live focus group.

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With millions of Americans impacted by Hurricane Helene, how did the presidential candidates do in terms of responding to this extreme weather crisis? m+p President and partner Lee Carter checked in with NewsNation Live to comment on this and other pressing election issues, including analysis of the candidates’ political language.

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During the 2024 US vice-presidential debate, Lee Carter was right in the thick of it, leading a live voter focus group of Republicans, Democrats, and independents for Fox News Digital. Here are some of the key voter reactions from Lee’s focus group.

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There were a lot of takeaways from the DNC. We were listening for the key Language Moments—unique phrases, interesting words, and strategic messaging that stood out, defined the convention and the candidates, and just might end up shaping election outcomes. These are the Top Language Moments of the DNC.

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