Thread by @CarymaRules

Last month, the Canadian Anti-Hate Network encouraged its supporters to “ICE OUT FAKE JOURNALISTS” at drag storytime events.

This led to me being physically harassed in Peterborough, including by CAHN writer Collin Chepeka.

The vague incitement was repeated this week.

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Given the frenzy of hateful online discourse about me (#CarymaNgo), there is no question that the Canadian Anti-Hate Network effectively put a target on my back.

I have shied away from calling myself a journalist in the past, in part due to insecurities arising from taking a gonzo approach.

The fact is my footage and commentary routinely get picked up by major national & international broadcasters.

There is nothing “fake” about my work.

Few can truly understand the psychic toll of being subjected to a relentless onslaught of hate.

I am not referring to generalized vitriol against identifiable groups, but rather specific hostility directed at me, personally.

Some days, there are new comments every few minutes.

Insidious forms of violence and harm occur when the call comes from inside the house.

The need to somehow transcend malicious attacks has become increasingly clear, but that is easier said than done— I play fairly and by the rules, while my detractors have no qualms about lying.

So, I did what I do best and rose above hate.

I spoke with the performer, venue host, and highest elected official to understand their objectives & concerns with respect to drag storytime.

You know, real journalism.

PS I am indeed welcome by Peterborough’s community at large.

I want accountability from the Canadian Anti-Hate Network, specifically Bernie Farber, Richard Warman, and Evan Balgord.

Why is the leading “anti-hate” organization itself fomenting hate against a brown Muslim woman?

Bad news, boys:

I refuse to be iced out.

📸 Jan 14, 2023