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As media continues to develop, it seems that followers of the Islamic religion are continuously being represented in the same manner. Muslims are reaching out, explaining that these biased portrayals are affecting their daily lives. Movies like Aladdin, East is East, and others have done the job of portraying Muslims in a negative manner. Muslims explain that the problem isn’t simply that they are being represented in a negative manner, but rather that it is the only way which they are represented in the media. It has recently been proven that Hollywood representations has a crucial role in shaping the way the public views Muslims.
“A survey conducted as part of the research revealed that Muslims in Britain felt negative images of their faith on the big and small screen had consequences in their daily lives.”
“research also found a perception of "unashamed bias" in the media against Muslims, with 62% believing the media to be Islamophobic and 16% describing it as racist. Only 4% considered its representation "fair".”
I think it is horribly unfair to have such a biased portrayal of Muslims in the media. The fact that the media makes Muslims feel uncomfortable due to the way they are portrayed is absolutely ridiculous. This article shows that it is time to take action and really put a stop to this negative portrayal of a group in the media.
This is clearly a sensitive topic for many. The portrayal of Muslims in American Media are almost always immediately referred to negatively. Past history and events in American History, has made it difficult for people to understand that Muslims are not a threat. Media doesn't make it easier for society to accept Muslims, creating roadblocks to some of their everyday lives. I found your statistics absurd in a way in which it makes me furious that this stereotype has become so apparent to many. This should not be the case. The 4% of believing the muslim representation is "fair" needs to rise.
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