Angie Thomas’ novel The Hate U Give explores a complex and multifaceted role for the media. The novel examines the various ways that media can affect social justice issues and public perception. The book emphasises how harmful stereotypes and narratives that further marginalise Black communities are frequently perpetuated by mainstream media through the character of Starr Carter.

Media’s portrayal of black people and communities

The media is frequently portrayed in The Hate U Give as participating in the spread of unfavourable stereotypes about Black people and their communities. Several times in the book, news organisations present instances of police violence and brutality against Black people as isolated incidents rather than as a component of a larger system of racism and oppression. For instance, following Khalil’s shooting,