Calling Out vs Cyberbullying

Sumitra Selvaraj, writer and social media personality

04-Jun-20 14:30

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Former Miss Universe Malaysia Samantha Katie James has come under fire on social media this week for her posts on African Americans and the ongoing protests in America. But many people have also spoken out against what they perceive as cyberbullying towards her. We look at the issue, and discuss where the line between calling out someone and cyberbullying is.

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Categories: Technology, Tech, Politics, Social Issues

Tags: The Bigger Picture, The Daily Digest, Samantha Katie James, cyberbullying, Black Lives Matter, social media,

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