Fox plans to avoid coverage of Qatar’s controversial treatment of migrant workers during World Cup broadcasts, much as it didn’t address criticism of Russia’s government during the 2018 tournament.
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Discussion Questions:
- What is economic impact?
- What is a mega event?
- Do you think it is expensive to host a mega event like the World Cup?
- Why do cities and countries invest so much in attracting mega events like the World Cup?
- How will Qatar benefit from hosting the event?
- What is sportswashing?
- What are ethics?
- Is sports washing legal? Is it ethical?
- What is the controversy surrounding Qatar’s hosting of this year’s World Cup?
- Do you think FIFA should have awarded Qatar with the rights to host the World Cup? Why or why not?
- Why do you think Fox is choosing not to discuss any of the controversy surrounding the event during its broadcasts?
- In your opinion, should they discuss the controversies? Why or why not?