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Algorithmic Silos Fragment Reality, Undermining Journalism and Trust
Algorithm-driven media creates "silos," polarizing interpretations and preventing a shared reality, while "everyman" YouTubers challenge traditional journalism with perceived authenticity.
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21st-Century Authoritarianism Hollows Out "Zombie Democracies"
21st-century authoritarianism co-opts democratic institutions gradually, creating a "zombie democracy" hollowed out by economic, cultural, and social media forces. Reinvigorating democracy requires renewed "habits of the heart" and a hopeful narrative of equality.
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Algorithmic Addiction Harms Children--Regulation Needed
Social media algorithms, designed for addiction, harm relationships and well-being, necessitating regulation similar to tobacco and drunk driving. AI further erodes literacy and critical thinking.
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AI's Societal Adaptation Beyond Historical Technological Shifts
AI may restore order to public discourse, acting as a new gatekeeper to mitigate social media's divisive effects and ushering in curated information feeds.
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