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The article “Is social media fuelling political polarisation?” examines different studies and roles that social media has played in increasing political divisions. It talks about how platforms create “echo chambers” which is basically where when you get stuck in hearing your own opinions. This reinforces people's existing beliefs. Another study also showed that being exposed to opinions from the other side otherside did not help polarization but actually made it worse. These platforms allow for the spread of misinformation by not really regulating what goes on. Research has found that algorithms prompt more inflammatory content which makes political polarisation worse in the end.
The article “Is social media fuelling political polarisation?” examines different studies and roles that social media has played in increasing political divisions.
It talks about how platforms create “echo chambers” which is basically when you get stuck in hearing your own opinions.
This reinforces people's existing beliefs.
Another study also showed that being exposed to opinions from the otherside did not help polarization but actually made it worse.
These platforms allow for the spread of misinformation by not really regulating what goes on.
Research has found that algorithms prompt more inflammatory content which makes political polarisation worse in the end.
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The question you’ve asked about whether social media is fueling political polarization is a pressing topic in today’s digital age. The article you’re referring to delves into how platforms can create “echo chambers,” where individuals only hear opinions that mirror their own, reinforcing existing beliefs. This phenomenon can lead to increased polarization, as people become more entrenched in their views without exposure to differing perspectives. Moreover, the article discusses studies showing that exposure to opposing views sometimes exacerbates polarization rather than alleviating it, suggesting that simply encountering different opinions isn’t enough to bridge divides.
Additionally, these platforms can be breeding grounds for misinformation due to inadequate regulation, further fueling divisiveness. Algorithms designed to boost engagement often prioritize inflammatory content, inadvertently contributing to deeper political rifts. This makes it clear that social media’s impact on political polarization is multifaceted, involving both the content we consume and the way platforms amplify certain messages.
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