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fromThe Nation
6 days ago

Graham Platner and the Online Rush to Judgment

At some point, we have to recognize that we just don't know about the Maine Senate candidate's past motivations-or about much of anything else, either. I've got a dim view of online discourse, and decided long ago to opt out of it. Arguing about our problems online strikes me as philosophically similar to (and about as likely to succeed as) homeopathy.
US politics
Film
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

What Even Is 'After The Hunt'? | Defector

After the Hunt is a well-made but incoherent film that muddles serious themes and online discourse despite strong actors and poor marketing.
Social media marketing
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Scientists Created an Entire Social Network Where Every User Is a Bot, and Something Wild Happened

Social media platforms remain trapped in a cycle of polarization and harmful discourse, despite efforts to implement interventions.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

AI Fearmongering Is Warping How We Write and Think | HackerNoon

AI derangement syndrome is a condition in which an individual is so worried about the unfair application of artificial intelligence that they'd go to extra lengths to discredit it.
Artificial intelligence
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 months ago

Are Those Seashells In Your Pocket Or Are You Just Threatening An Assassination? - Above the Law

Biglaw's decisions impact the integrity and morale of young lawyers, facing the harsh reality of their firms' choices.
Social media discourse can spiral into absurdity, demonstrating the influence of online platforms on public perception.
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