Quote from the academics letter with my comments in parentheses
“One of the main concepts on journalism education, (and developing a political debate) is that of framing: the highlighting of particular issues, and the avoidance of others, in order to produce a desired interpretation.
We have been reminded of the importance of framing when discussing the vast amount of media coverage when dealing with Jeremy Corbyn alleged failure to deal with anti-semitism within the Labour Party. On Sunday, three national newspapers led with the story whilst news bulletins led with the story all week. Dominant sections of the media have suggested that antisemitism is a problem mostly associated with the Labour Party, and that Corbyn is personally responsible for failing to deal with it. The coverage has relied on a handful of resources such as the Board of Deputies, the Jewish leadership Council and well known political opponents of Corbyn.
Yet there are Jews who support Corbyn, and welcome his long established anti-racist record.
Where are the pieces that look at the motivation behind Corbyn most vocal critics.
Where is the fuss about the rising tide of Antisemitism in Europe?
Where are the comments condemning the Conservative MEPs and their links to the racist right wing parties across Europe, as well as the reformist groups that trade on Antisemitism?”
(All this ahead of important political elections. The Tories have a lot to loose, they are pulling out all the stops)
