When lies and deceit are repeated they might sound as if they are true, institutions in their role exist to serve society. Society on the other hand expects intuitions to act in a manner that is ethical, the media as an institution plays a role of mediation between the public sphere and politicians making political communications more effective. It is therefore unacceptable and unethical for any institutional media to create the politics themselves, especially by the means of lies and deceit that enrages communities and society.
These types of unethical practices are a danger to society at large even at an international level; hence the task of holding these institutions accountable shouldn’t only be left to communities that are targeted!
On 7th October 2011 the Swedish-Eritrean communities held a peaceful demonstration in the streets of Stockholm to highlight the continuous unfair treatment of their communities by the Swedish media.
According to EritreaCompass sources Eritreans once again showed their unwavering support to their government and people, amongst the famous placards carried by many demonstrators were "Isaias Afewerki is Us and We are Him", "We Support Our Government", but there was one that particularly focused on 2% tax that Eritreans in the Diaspora contribute to the building of their nation. They carried the message of "My 2% is too little for Eritrea! Just deal with it!"
The Swedish Media over the years has been relentlessly attacking the government and people of Eritrea, and in particular Swedish Eritrean communities. Amongst their many slander and lies were that the government of Eritrea forces Eritreans in the Diaspora to pay 2% tax, which Eritreans not only pay the 2% but also under take various development projects that contribute to the nation building, make regular donations towards Martyrs families, and much more.
Swedish Eritrean communities have for many years worked hard in building a community that is responsible, nonetheless the very institution that is meant to encourage this exemplary noble Endeavour has been in the thick of it trying to dismantle the community setting tensions amongst Swedish Eritreans. Not only that but orchestrated campaigns have also taken place that range from preventing the Swedish-Eritreans from holding a meeting, and even festivals by using their power to coerce and threaten proprietors of assembly Halls, venues as well as attendees.
It gives us great pride to see our brothers and sisters stand up for what they believe. In the name of all peace and justice loving people we call on you to work hard in imposing moral standards on powerful institutions!
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