In mass media, Islam is represented in a way that involves different stereotypes and prejudices. Stereotypes and prejudices were strengthened by constitution of national countries, especially in 19th century. They got even bigger power with development of mass media, where most times Islam and Muslims are displayed negatively: linked to aggression, terrorism and ''difference''. They are mostly talked about, when something negatively is happening in connection with them. In Slovenian society, Muslims are still perceived as ''others'', inferior, like those, who don't belong to Slovenia. Diploma thesis examines stereotypes and representations of Islam and Muslims portayed in articles of web portal 24ur. In examination of my task, I checked thesis, i set: In Slovenia, Muslims are negatively and stereotypically represented. Web portal 24ur.com in its news, regarding to Muslims, reflects intolerance towards Islamic religion, connects Muslims to terrorism, violence and describes them as different and dangerous to west society.
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