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by rewmie 988 days ago
> Never have I said anything of being pro whomever, only condemming the act with the intention of spreading fear.

You've tried to accuse a journalism organization of condoning terrorism just because they explained why in general, due to the organization's founding principles, they refuse to use loaded words.

You've repeatedly missed their point, and unwittingly you're making their point as well.

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Ok perhaps I did, maybe I was wrong with the example of the bbc. Other news outlets consistently make use of superlatives and after browsing other articles I must admit I didnt find any on their site. And with my initial post I didnt say they condoned it. I said it is almost like they condone it. These carefull use of words where to have the possibility of saving face and it is the same for journalism. Fact is most countries have defined Hamas as a terrorist organisation as is the UK even before these events. These events fit the general definition of terrorism is it not? I understand they are also more carefull now with their words because of the fine balance. I only argue I see it differently and contest their frame.