The language that politicians and the media use in relation to a group of people, fundamentally shapes how the public sees that particular community. One of the most crucial strategies that determines the public perception of a group of people is framing. However, media consumers know very little about this phenomenon and that leaves them vulnerable to manipulation.
So, what is framing and how can we identify it to make sure that it does not manipulate readers, or create prejudice against others? Read more…