Does the media reinforce negative steryotypes of Black men?
Let’s put it this way, do you see more community interest stories or mug shots (either pertaining to black men) in the media? I believe that the media does portray the average black man as a lazy, unemployable, criminal, drug addict or gang banger. Sensationalism sells more than the truth, I guess, though I don’t notice it with other ethnic groups. I especially find this practice offensive because of black men like my husband and his friends. All hold jobs, are married without illegitimate children, aren’t felons, and take care of their families and financial obligations. It’s just one more form of racism to add to the very long list……..
