Terrorism

When should journalists use the word ‘terrorism?’

The FBI is calling the attack in New Orleans that killed at least 10 an 'act of terrorism.' Here are some considerations for journalists.

January 1, 2025

Opinion | Journalists must cover extremist mass shootings as right-wing terrorism

Failure to do so risks obfuscating the central connection between these shootings, doing a disservice to their readers and viewers.

November 6, 2023

The endless loop of terror victims: Lazy journalism that lets ISIS run the newsroom

Watching cable TV and listening to radio last night and this morning, I found myself…

May 23, 2017

Indira A.R. Lakshmanan