Sociology

Talking with racists: insights from discourse and communication studies on the containment of far-right movements

B. Herzog and A. L. Porfillio

This engaging article by Benno Herzog and Arturo Lance Porfillio delves into the intricate dynamics of far-right racist discourse and the effectiveness of dialogues as a counter-strategy. It offers insights into contrasting approaches to tackling racism while revealing the ideological dilemmas inherent in confronting hate speech.

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Abstract

This article explores the complexities of engaging with far-right racist discourse, examining whether dialogue is an effective counter-strategy. It analyzes the works of Özlem Cekic and Reni Eddo-Lodge, who represent contrasting approaches to addressing racism. Using discourse analysis, the authors investigate the potential for performative contradictions and unintended consequences when confronting hate speech. The article draws on the work of Foucault, Goffman, and Habermas to highlight the ideological dilemmas faced by those attempting to counter far-right narratives, emphasizing the crucial role of power structures and social context in shaping communicative outcomes.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Oct 21, 2022

Authors

Benno Herzog, Arturo Lance Porfillio

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