Journal of Mass Communication & Journalism

Department of Mass Communications, West Georgia University, 1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118, USA

Publications

• Research Article   
  A Case Study of BBQ Becky-Themed Memes on X (Formerly Twitter): Using A Black Feminist Lens
  Author(s): Mia Moody Ramirez*, Hazel Cole and Dorothy Bland
  
  This study analyzes the public conversations that emerged on X (formerly Twitter) following the release of BBQ Becky-themed memes. Specifically, we explore racial profiling and the use of monikers in crisis situations historically. Legislators have introduced or passed legislation in several states to address instances of trivial complaints to a person in authority, whether it be a manager or the police. Many of the laws make it illegal to fabricate a 911 report based on someone's race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, gender, or sexual orientation... Read More»
  

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