Abstract
Twenty years after the 9/11 attacks, stereotypes that associate Muslims with terrorism go far beyond depictions in newspapers and television. Recent research raises the alarm about rampant Islamophobia in digital spaces, particularly far-right groups’ use of disinformation and other manipulation tactics to vilify Muslims and their faith.
Original language | English |
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Journal | The Conversation |
Publication status | Published - 9 Sept 2021 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Social Media
- Islamophobia
- Bots
- Sock Puppets
- Internet
- Terrorism
- White Nationalism
- Racism