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When Intellectual Rigor Is No Longer De Rigueur

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Rhetorical Fortresses and Minimization on Social Media

This chapter explores the concept of rhetorical fortresses and the tactics used on social media, specifically focusing on the tactic of minimization where certain issues are downplayed or denied. It also delves into the argument of cancel culture and questions whether it is an effective tool of activism, emphasizing the importance of hearing different opinions.

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