Representation of Ethnic Minorities in the Media: Evidence from German Soccer

• In Event: Immigration and Identity Preferences

Brief Overview

This paper applies text analysis to German media to determine predictors of sentiments toward soccer players of varying ethnic backgrounds. Such analysis sheds light on constructs of national belonging and the role of sport in societal disputes.

Authors

• Elizabeth Rosen, College of William & Mary

• S.P. Harish, College of William & Mary