It seems NBC is now on a mission to locate anti-Islamic bias in America.
No doubt it exists. And I'm sure it's increasing. Any type of bigotry is wrong and the vast majority of Muslims living here in America have nothing to do with terrorism, al Queda, or 9/11.
Still, I'm concerned over a planned series on NBC's Dateline. Apparently, to show how Muslims suffer from prejudice, they are placing Arab and Muslim volunteers at places like NASCAR races. Since this is a planned story - it doesn't follow a specific incident - it, to me, shows how much of mainstream media views certain segments of the American public. IN this case, fans of NASCAR.
I have no problem with putting hidden mikes on people and letting them go do their thing and wait for a reaction. But to choose certain settings, based on preconceived perceptions, shows a prejudicial mindset. I doubt they'll go to Berkeley or cocktail parties on the Upper West Side.
It turned out it was without incident. NBC was wrong about its assumption.
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