Harper's Bazaar published an interview with 'The White Lotus' actress Carrie Coon in which she discussed a deleted scene that would have revealed her character had a non-binary (or possibly transgender) child. Coon linked the removal of the scene to the Trump administration's increasingly repressive transgender policies, thereby highlighting a progressive critique of authoritarian approaches to gender rights. This move positions Harper's Bazaar as a media outlet willing to challenge exclusionary political narratives and support marginalized voices.

A Media Bias/Fact Check report on Harper's Bazaar reveals a dual narrative: while the magazine’s editorial content consistently favors progressive issues such as equal pay, abortion rights, and anti‐racism, its parent company, Hearst Communications, has been documented as donating 70% of its political contributions to Republican candidates and causes in 2020. This mix of left-leaning editorial policy alongside substantial funding of right-leaning political actors raises concerns regarding the company’s overall political engagement and potential complicity in supporting authoritarian tendencies.

Harper's Bazaar published an article featuring the personal account of a fired preschool teacher who attempted to unionize, shedding light on labor exploitation, gender inequities, and union-busting tactics. The story supports progressive labor rights and amplifies a grassroots message against oppressive work environments.

Harper's Bazaar published an article highlighting influential union leaders at the forefront of the historic labor movement. The piece details how union activism has surged during economic hardships, emphasizing progressive labor rights and equitable economic policies.

Harper's Bazaar published an in‐depth investigative report exposing systemic labor exploitation in the garment industry. The article details unsafe working conditions, wage theft, racial and gender discrimination, and calls attention to the need for stronger worker protections through legislative reform.

Harper's Bazaar published an article featuring Amal Clooney criticizing Donald Trump for his authoritarian rhetoric and attacks on journalists. The piece highlights concerns over media censorship and advocates for press freedom, aligning the publication with progressive, anti-authoritarian values.