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Journalists play a critical role in communicating both these nuances and the human stories behind migration. In some cases, their work has sparked outraged and inspired action. However, the media has also pushed dangerous narratives about migrants. What are the best ways to ensure that these stories are told accurately and ethically? 
NewsXChange Edinburgh invited Steve Bannon as a speaker so that journalists could hold him to account. However, some argue that the invitation is just another way for the rightwing to have a platform for hate speech. 
As Brazilians, we are dead serious about our memes. But when right-wing candidate Jair Bolsonaro used memes to win the elections, we realized that our beloved memes can have a far more serious impact on our country—and potentially manipulate us into making poor decisions. How about we use our creativity to fight hate speech instead of laughing at it? 
Brandon Straka is the leader of #WalkAway, a growing movement of self-described former liberals who assert that the mainstream media does not acknowledge conservative people of color, and other minorities. Why don't we know about this? 
Once again, Rod Liddle has penned a column in the mainstream media that is Islamophobic and insulting. Why do multiple publications keep giving him a platform for such hate speech? 
During Black History Month, Eline Jeanne explains that while traditional media platforms have failed Black communities, new social media platforms--particularly YouTube--have stepped in, creating a space particularly for Black women. 
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