Historical Myths and Media Narratives

This chapter explores the historical misconceptions surrounding pogroms and their ties to liberal ideologies, discussing the royalist government's exoneration and the Orthodox Church’s attempts at fostering unity with the Jewish community. It also critiques the role of journalism in shaping public perception, highlighting biases and sensationalism that distort historical truths. The conversation intertwines personal reflection with serious discourse on the ramifications of these narratives on interfaith relations and societal understanding.