Glorification and Media Narratives

This chapter features a seminar-style discussion among columnists analyzing the controversial case of Luigi Mangione and the societal responses it elicited. The speakers explore themes of accountability in journalism, the absurdity of glorifying figures involved in violence, and the phenomenon of creating folk heroes amid public discontent. They delve into the implications of media narratives and how they shape public perception, particularly in relation to the healthcare system and the emergence of vigilante sentiments across political lines.