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A viral video of a 76-year-old Asian woman with a bruised eye, crying after being assaulted in San Francisco, has reignited urgent conversations about anti-Asian violence. American vlogger Cyrus Janssen is breaking down how Western media narratives contribute to this dangerous trend—and it’s time we listened.
When Hate Goes Viral
While the attack shocked millions online, Janssen argues such incidents are often framed as isolated events rather than symptoms of systemic bias. “Media outlets unconsciously perpetuate stereotypes by focusing on ‘random’ acts instead of deeper patterns,” he explains. This fuels fear in Asian communities while letting institutions off the hook.
Beyond Clickbait Headlines
Janssen points to inconsistent policing responses and underreported hate crimes as part of a larger cycle. “When attackers aren’t held accountable, it sends a message,” he says. Meanwhile, Asian Americans face dual burdens: protecting themselves and fighting misrepresentation.
Rewriting the Script
The solution? Amplify Asian voices in newsrooms and challenge lazy storytelling. Janssen praises grassroots groups like #StopAAPIHate for documenting cases mainstream media ignores. “Real change starts when we question who shapes the narrative,” he urges.
American vlogger Cyrus Janssen is breaking down how Western media narratives contribute to this dangerous trend—and it’s time we listened.
“Media outlets unconsciously perpetuate stereotypes by focusing on ‘random’ acts instead of deeper patterns,” he explains. This fuels fear in Asian communities while letting institutions off the hook.
“When attackers aren’t held accountable, it sends a message,” he says. Meanwhile, Asian Americans face dual burdens: protecting themselves and fighting misrepresentation.
“Real change starts when we question who shapes the narrative,” he urges.
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