Gdy słowo dzieli. Mowa pogardy i nienawiści w relacjach między ludźmi
When the word divides. Contempt speech and hate speech in relationships between people
Author(s): Monika Obrębska, Marcelina DobrowolskaSubject(s): Communication studies, Social psychology and group interaction, Studies in violence and power, Ethnic Minorities Studies, Social Norms / Social Control
Published by: Uniwersytet im. Adama Mickiewicza w Poznaniu
Keywords: hate speech; minority groups; social prejudices;
Summary/Abstract: Hate speech is defined as verbal abuse against minority groups. Its emotional basis is contempt which activates anger and revulsion. Therefore, it seems to be justified to speak of “contempt speech and hate speech” as a spreading social phenomenon, in effect resulting in a generalised deterioration in attitudes toward minorities. The media and public figures play a huge role in promoting hate speech, and it is also fostered by the sense of danger accompanying the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to stop this process, we should start to perceive hate speech as a serious social problem, the conditions and consequences of which should be the subject of reflection and scientific studies.
Journal: Człowiek i Społeczeństwo
- Issue Year: 2021
- Issue No: 51
- Page Range: 221-239
- Page Count: 19
- Language: Polish
