The curious case of a journalist charged with the vandalism of a Nazi statue. And the first order of business for 10 newly elected politicians in Hamilton is to boycott the local newspaper. Jeremy Appel co-hosts.

Host:  Jesse Brown

Credits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Audio and Technical Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator)

Guest: Jeremy Appel

Further reading:

• A journalist broke a story about vandalism. Now police claim he did it – Toronto Star

• 10 incoming councillors, trustees say recent coverage in Hamilton newspaper ‘perpetuated anti-Black racism’ – CBC

• Nazi collaborator monuments in Edmonton defaced with red paint and words “Actual Nazi” and “Nazi Monument” – Progress Report

• Here’s what I can tell you and here’s how you can help – Progress Report

• Hamilton community organizer alleged to have helped kidnappers escape in fatal Glanbrook home invasion – The Hamilton Spectator

• Instagram Post Statement of the Hamilton Spectator boycott

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