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Netflix to Remove Show That Sparked Outrage Among Haitian Americans

Sandra Lemaire

   WASHINGTON - Netflix is removing an episode of the History 101 program
   that says AIDS originated in Haiti.

   "We have seen the concerns raised and, together with the series
   creators, have decided to remove the episode while we review the issues
   involved," a spokesperson for the online streaming service told VOA via
   email Saturday. Netflix offers users television shows, movies and
   documentaries.

   History 101 is a British TV show produced by ITN productions. It is
   described on Netflix as "infographics and archival footage [that]
   deliver bite-size history lessons on scientific breakthroughs, social
   movements and world-changing discoveries."

   The episode sparked outrage among Haitian Americans, who posted their
   criticism and started a petition on Instagram and Twitter.

   "The framing of the whole doc lacks in world view," renowned Haitian
   American DJ Michael Brun posted on Instagram. "For a disease that has
   affected Africa the hardest, they had 0 scientists or representation
   from the continent (or Haiti)."

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   [2]As the @Netflix History 101 doc has been removed and is currently
   being revised by their team, I wanted to share what my issues were with
   their HIV / AIDS episode. The biggest issue is irresponsible framing in
   regards to black communities worldwide and the inclusion of
   misinformation. I hope more companies can take note and lead their
   research with a more balanced world view that doesn't unfairly
   stigmatize certain groups of people. If anyone wants sources for
   anything I mention just let me know and I will be happy to share. The
   reason this is being reviewed by their team is because of fact based
   research, not because of anger. Let's lead with truth.

   A post shared by [3]MichaeÌl Brun (@michaelbrun) on Jun 6, 2020 at
   10:41am PDT

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