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Forgetting What Happened

Devil and the Deep Blue Sea

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Echoes of Scapegoating: From Knox to Blood Libel

This chapter examines historical cases of sensationalized accusations, notably the Amanda Knox case, drawing parallels to medieval blood libel and the societal hysteria that breeds scapegoating. It highlights the recurring themes of moral panic around child safety and the manipulation of genuine threats to amplify fears against marginalized groups.

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