The article critiques modern journalism through the lens of Rudolf Augstein’s famous dictum 'say what is,' arguing that it has been misinterpreted as a call for objectivity rather than a challenge to uncover hidden truths beneath surface-level narratives. Using the recent events at the Spanish enclave of Ceuta as an example, the author criticizes media coverage for presenting simplistic images of a 'mass influx' without providing deeper context or questioning why such a sudden surge occurred. The piece highlights how media often perpetuates dominant narratives without critically examining underlying causes, suggesting that many outlets failed to understand the situation initially and still rely on misleading imagery.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the media's portrayal of migration events in Ceuta as reinforcing existing biases and failing to provide critical context. It critiques mainstream media for passively repeating dominant narratives without challenging them, aligning with a left-leaning perspective that emphasizes a




