Sue Diamond

16, August #SpeechClampdown

Sue Diamond: UK media continue to weaponise...

UK media continue to weaponise “freedom of speech” to fuel hostility. The smear campaign against Jason Arday, exceeding 200 negative articles in under 25days, shows the lengths to which some outlets will go to pursue their objectives. The effect in this case is deeply regrettable

https://x.com/sum109/status/2088838006740595131

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Sue Diamond

29, April #WarSpillover

Sue Diamond: Expelling an ambassador over Turkey’s refusal…

Expelling an ambassador over Turkey’s refusal to extradite classless Lumbuye is a bad deal. Lumbuye’s actions don’t require high-stakes response! The state should prioritise broader strategic, economic and security interests over a case involving someone lacking national value.

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Sue Diamond

25, April #WarSpillover

Sue Diamond: Trump accused Black South Africans…

Trump accused Black South Africans of killing white citizens, an allegation that South African leaders & communities rejected. At the same time, South Africa has faced recurring episodes of violence from black South Africans directed at foreign nationals from other African countries. These events make it difficult for anyone to believe that there is no targeted genocide against white South Africans & foreign Africans!

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Sue Diamond

23, April #MigrantCrisis

Sue Diamond: If you live in a foreign country...

If you live in a foreign country, it’s important to pay attention to how xenophobia develops. The hostility faced by Black foreigners in South Africa is one example of how discrimination can escalate. Similar attitudes are appearing in other countries i.e. Australia, UK & USA, even if not at the same level of intensity. Prejudice often begins in one place & spreads, & once one group is targeted, others can follow. No nationality is immune to becoming the next target of discrimination.

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