The 'Mo Salah effect' on reducing prejudice
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The Mo Salah Effect on Prejudice
This chapter explores a study that investigates the impact of Mo Salah's presence in Liverpool on reducing prejudice towards Muslims among fans. It highlights findings that show a 16% decrease in hate crimes in Merseyside and a significant reduction in anti-Muslim tweets from Liverpool supporters. The chapter also examines how Salah's apolitical stance may have influenced these changes, demonstrating the potential of prominent figures to reshape societal attitudes.
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