Corporate media play pernicious rôle in defending the extermination of Palestinians
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It is no surprise that the study determined that [neocolonists] are often depicted using humanizing photographs, whereas Palestinian actors are dehumanized — depicted in ways that reinforce the narrative of their “irrational militancy.”
Coverage of the genocide waged against Palestine has been equally abysmal, if not worse. Corporate media outlets, emboldened by wartime fervor, have spread unproven theories and rumors. There has been an overwhelming focus on the humanization of [Hamas’s] hostages. [The media] present the genocide against Palestinians as a means of fighting terrorism and securing the release of hostages.
On the other hand, the ruling-class media’s depictions of Hamas’ motives suffer from a demonizing undertone, using terms such as “jihad” intentionally to invoke terror and amplify Islamophobia.
It must be made clear how the corporate media is currently working as a tool supporting this imperialist conquest. Under the guise of impartiality and fairness, it subtly pushes a specific narrative, while marginalizing others — often that of the most oppressed. The media is representative of the ruling class, whose interests lie in contradiction with the peace and prosperity of the Palestinian people.