Evaluating the Role of Social Media in Shaping Racist Discourse in American Society

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dc.contributor.authorBenzaim, Abir
dc.contributor.authorELBAH, Zoulaikha
dc.date.accessioned2026-06-18T12:45:16Z
dc.date.available2026-06-18T12:45:16Z
dc.date.issued2026
dc.description.abstractAbstract This study aims to examine textual structures in American social media discourse. By employing Norman Fairclough’s framework of Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), the research seeks to reveal the linguistic elements of racism and segregation in the representation of certain groups, such as Muslims, Mexicans, and Africans. Accordingly, the study addresses the following questions: How does social media shape public discourse on racism in American society? In what ways do Facebook strengthen, challenge, or change discourses about racism in the U.S.? The research combines theoretical discussion of racism in social media and Critical Discourse Analysis with a methodological approach that involves analyzing selected Facebook posts produced by American users. The findings indicate that many American Facebook posts reflect racist attitudes, particularly toward Africans, Muslims, and Mexicans. These posts frequently employ negative language to promote particular ideas and beliefs, often leaving little room for dialogue or resistance. Keywords: Norman Fairclough, social media, racism, American society, Facebook posts.
dc.identifier.citationBenzaim, Abir., & Elbah, Zoulaikha. (2026). Evaluating the role of social media in shaping racist discourse in american society (UNIVERSITY OF ABBES LAGHROUR-KHENCHELA). UNIVERSITY OF ABBES LAGHROUR-KHENCHELA. Consulté à l’adresse http://dspace.univ-khenchela.dz:4000/handle/123456789/11326
dc.identifier.urihttp://dspace.univ-khenchela.dz:4000/handle/123456789/11326
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherUNIVERSITY OF ABBES LAGHROUR-KHENCHELA
dc.titleEvaluating the Role of Social Media in Shaping Racist Discourse in American Society
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