Riots or Rights? How Media Shapes Your View of Protests

Ever wonder why the same protest looks peaceful on one news channel and chaotic on another? In this episode of UnSpun, Dr. Sturg looks at how media coverage frames public demonstrations. Learn about the "protest paradigm," explore how journalists' choices shape your perception, and discover real-world examples from Black Lives Matter to historic marches in Birmingham and Occupy Wall Street.

🔍 What you'll learn in this episode:

• How media framing can turn peaceful demonstrations into perceived threats
• Why dramatic images of violence dominate headlines
• Real-world examples from global protests and what media gets wrong (and right!)
• Practical tips on how YOU can critically evaluate protest coverage

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