In cases of global injustice, it is imperative that media is created that showcases the underpinnings, happenings, and injustices that occur. Documentaries, image posts, and short videos are effective methods of relaying a message to audiences who may not have familiarity with or knowledge of issues around the world. As such, the BBC created a documentary questioning India’s Prime Minister, …
Iran Protests and Western Hypocrisy
Iranian women have been protesting the murder of Kurdish-Iranian Mahsa Amini, known also in Kurdish as Jina Amini. Amini was murdered by the Iranian police for “violating” the mandatory hijab law. She was beaten to death. The Persian slogan, zan, zindagi, azadi, adopted from the Kurdish, jin, jiyan, azadi, stands for women, life, freedom. These protests come at a time …
Opinion: Israeli superhero introduced to Marvel – American imperialism through the franchise
The introduction of an Israeli Superhero, named Sabra, has been met with backlash from pro-Palestinians. The announcement comes at a time where Marvel is at a heightened success – the movies, TV shows, and the franchise are extremely well-liked. However, Marvel, a US-owned company, is guilty of perpetuating American soft power and pro-American imperialist rhetoric. Current Affairs writer Peter Taylor …
