Opinion | The Israel-Hamas war makes it clear: Local media must reclaim the religion beat

Faith-based communities are a vibrant part of civic life, and coverage helps us build empathy for our neighbors

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As the war between Israel and Hamas rages on, U.S. national media is reporting on a wave of antisemitic and Islamophobic attacks here at home. Anger and violence seem to be spreading, and the Anti-Defamation League and Council on American-Islamic Relations say these incidents are surging to levels not seen in years.

As I read these reports, I keep returning to one thought: local media must reclaim the religion beat.

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