Lebanon's Media Divide: Patriotism or Neurosis
The article focused on the phenomenon of ideological and psychological transformation in Lebanon, which has led to the exacerbation of sectarian and denominational divisions. It highlighted how the civil war has shifted from spatial frontlines to the internet and phone screens, contributing to the persistence of a collective split among Lebanese people. The article demonstrated that media outlets and educational curricula play a central role in reinforcing sectarian biases, as educational frameworks and media narratives perpetuate stereotypical and hostile images of the "other," hindering the development of a unified national consciousness. It emphasized the need to reform educational curricula and cultivate a critical awareness free from incitement rhetoric, to enable society to overcome sectarian prejudices and to reshape the concept of citizenship based on individual rights and the rule of law. It also pointed out that meaningful change requires a cumulative strategy and alternative community initiatives that have contributed to creating an informed, free, and active collective consciousness.
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