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Overall, the recent antics—particularly the White House’s trolling—highlight how social media platforms are increasingly battlegrounds for political influence rather than spaces for free and open dialogue. Blue Sky, once seen as a potential alternative to more mainstream platforms, now looks like a microcosm of the broader societal divisions.
Whether it will survive long-term remains uncertain. As more accounts get blocked and users depart, the platform seems to be unraveling into a place dominated by ideological animosity rather than community. Its future hinges on whether it can implement more balanced moderation, attract diverse voices, and perhaps move away from its current toxic cycle.