Democracy is under siege in the digital age from "summary" of The Reality Game by Samuel Woolley
In a world where information is constantly at our fingertips, the very foundation of democracy is being slowly eroded. Social media platforms, once hailed as vehicles for free expression and open communication, have been weaponized by malicious actors intent on manipulating public opinion. The ease with which false information can be spread online has created a breeding ground for misinformation and disinformation. The digital age has made it incredibly difficult to discern fact from fiction, truth from propaganda. The algorithms that govern our online experiences are designed to keep us engaged, feeding us a steady diet of content tailored to our preferences and beliefs. This creates echo chambers where individuals are only exposed to information that reinforces their existing views, leading to polarization and division. The rise of fake news and online disinformation campaigns has further exacerbated the problem, with foreign actors using social media to sow discord and influence election...
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