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Amplifying the achievements of ‘good immigrants’: A political strategy under scrutiny in Germany and beyond

researcher5 years ago5 years ago011 mins

As immigration has taken centre stage in political debates across Europe in recent years, stories of brave deeds and outstanding achievements by immigrants have become a staple of reporting. Defenders of migrants’ rights in particular have crafted and amplified narratives of ‘exceptional’ individuals in order to combat rising anti-immigrant sentiment. Brave men, superheroes, and honorary…

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‘Love a Muslim Day’ campaign goes viral after ‘Punish a Muslim Day’ letters, but its impact is criticised for perpetuating cycle of intolerance towards Muslims

researcher6 years ago6 years ago07 mins

The ‘Love a Muslim Day’ campaign encourages people to do nice things for Muslims and people in need, and has received mass support on social media. However, the reality of this supposed positive impact has been questioned and dismissed as complicit in a cycle which perpetuates intolerance towards Muslims in Western society.

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