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Toxic, damaging content can quickly gain traction, while nuanced discussions and legitimate grievances are undermined. This troubling trend raises concerns about the role social media plays in enabling far-right extremism and the dissemination of hate speech. It seems that platforms benefit from the chaos, perpetuating engagement but ignoring the real-world implications of unchecked vitriol.

Towards a Better Social Media Future

The urgent need for an overhaul in how social media functions has led to discussions on potential solutions—a vision for a more socially responsible platform. Here are five guiding principles for developing a healthier social media ecosystem: