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A critical look at social media’s influence reveals its double-edged nature. On one hand, it acts as a platform for public expression, while on the other, it appears to amplify a dangerous normalization of violence through sensationalism and outrage. The algorithms that drive these platforms can serve to popularize content that celebrates violence rather than mitigate it, raising questions about the responsibility of these companies in content moderation.
Gold and her interlocutor delve into how the unfiltered nature of social media can lead to an environment where violent acts are trivialized or even celebrated. They express a collective concern about the shifting cultural landscape that disregards the gravity of human life in favor of sensational narratives.