A statement made by Trevor Kavanagh, a former S*n journo, claiming that being a Muslim inherently means being anti-Jewish, was broadcasted on TalkTV during daytime TV without challenge, sparking accusations of Islamophobia. This incident has drawn criticism from various individuals and organizations, calling for a response from the regulatory body Ofcom. Critics argue that such unchecked statements contribute to anti-Muslim bigotry and hate crimes, highlighting the need for responsible media practices.
ISLAMOPHOBIA ON DAYTIME TV “By the very definition of being a Muslim you are going to be anti-Jewish.” https://t.co/kK0hmFXS0i
As a Muslim I am NOT anti-Jewish and millions of us. What the hell TV is this. WOW. @Ofcom https://t.co/o4ACHwGC23
This is an absolutely hideous statement by Trevor Kavanagh. It is obviously untrue, and unquestionably Islamophobic. And the @TalkTV interviewers don't challenge it at all. How *dare* you use hatred against my community as a way to promote hatred against another community. https://t.co/qvIBxKOmJP
“By the very definition of being a Muslim voter, you are going to be anti-Jewish”. Comments like this on @TalkTV simply left unchallenged. In today’s world anti-Muslim bigotry is just glibly made: @Ofcom - how is this acceptable? https://t.co/lTHwNsqSYq
"By the very definition of being a Muslim you are going to be anti-Jewish." Islamophobia on daytime TV by bigoted former S*n journo Muslims are the most targeted group for hate crimes in the UK because gutter media like @TalkTV promote this rhetoric https://t.co/0BQa08g82o
"By the very definition of being a Muslim you are going to be anti-Jewish." Trevor Kavanagh's Islamophobia left unchallenged on @TalkTV. Question for @Ofcom. Is this Islamophobia now acceptable speech on British TV? https://t.co/xldMdVhOZj