The Riots Q+A
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Media, Justice, and the Language of Protest
This chapter discusses a controversial incident involving a former Labour councillor during an anti-racism protest, highlighting the nuances of media terminology used to describe protests and riots. It explores the challenges journalists face in reporting on these events while maintaining neutrality and addresses the current pressures on the criminal justice system amid rising case backlogs and protest-related arrests. The conversation also reflects on historical crowd control measures and the implications for public safety and justice.
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