A Miami newspaper, the Miami New Times, has come under intense scrutiny for publishing a pro-Trump political ad filled with racial slurs, including the N-word, targeting President Joe Biden.
The full-page advertorial, which appeared in the June 13–19 print edition, has led to public outrage and prompted the publisher to issue an apology. The ad, which did not disclose its buyer, directed readers to a website associated with 'Blacks for Trump' and contained misleading quotes attributed to Biden. In response to the backlash, Miami New Times publisher Adam Simon announced changes to the newspaper's ad review process to prevent similar incidents in the future.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges and responsibilities media outlets face in moderating content and the impact of political ads on public discourse.
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Miami newspaper runs pro-Trump political ad filled with racial slurs
A newspaper in Miami, Florida is under fire after running several pro-Trump political ads filled with racial slurs. The full-page ad, which ran on the back cover of the Miami New Times’ June 13–19 print edition, features several uncensored uses of the ...
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