Part of our work as part of the Media Accountability Project at CJPME addresses precisely what Sarah mentioned in the interview: Palestinians are denied the “permission to narrate,” to tell their own stories, share their experiences, and to be heard. Mainstream media deliberately leave out the Palestinian narrative, which is why we appreciate that the article platformed Sarah who said that the film actively works against that kind of censorship.
To the Onside Canada,
I am writing on behalf of Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East to thank you for your article titled: “Sarah Mowaswes and Maiken Baird on Edward Said’s legacy, and the power of storytelling.”
We especially appreciate that you gave space for Sarah Mowaswes who mentioned that as they were working on the film, it was impossible not to think of Palestine. Indeed, Palestine has been and will always remain our moral compass.
Part of our work as part of the Media Accountability Project at CJPME addresses precisely what Sarah mentioned in the interview: Palestinians are denied the “permission to narrate,” to tell their own stories, share their experiences, and to be heard. Mainstream media deliberately leave out the Palestinian narrative, which is why we appreciate that the article platformed Sarah who said that the film actively works against that kind of censorship.
All of this to say, thank you for giving space for the producer Sarah Mowaswes who discusses the family archives, personal connections and Palestinian storytelling behind the film Edward Said. We encourage you to continue to platform Palestinian and pro-palestinian voices, especially in a media landscape that marginalizes Palestinian perspectives and relegates them to the very end of articles.
Regards,
Media Analyst. Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East