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Media Twist Opposition to Land Theft Into Hatred of a Religion
The press entertained the notion that any condemnation of Israel that happens within earshot of a synagogue must be rooted in anti-Jewish sentiment.
Karma Chávez on Academic Freedom, Alex Main on War on Cuba?
While students and teachers think higher education means engagement with a range of perspectives, right-wing politicians say “not so fast.”
‘This Is the People’s Game, and They Are Turning It Into the Plutocrats’ Game’: CounterSpin interview with Jules Boykoff on World Cup 'sportswashing'
“The FIFA World Cup provides us with a chance to actually come together for real, and defend our communities against an invading force that is FIFA.”
‘Buffer Zone’ Is Media’s Euphemism for Israeli Occupation
Corporate media have been reluctant to use clear, direct language to characterize US-backed Israeli land grabs in Gaza, Syria and Lebanon.
Jules Boykoff on World Cup and ‘Sportswashing’
Sports has always been a big part of news media, but typically segregated into its own section on stats and personalities, ignoring the economic, social and environmental impacts sports have always had.
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