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The Forgotten Story of How Conservatives Shaped the Internet w/ Becca Lewis

Tech Won't Save Us

CHAPTER

Polarization and the Digital Age

This chapter examines the historical roots of polarization and its interplay with disinformation and fake news, arguing that mere algorithmic adjustments on social media cannot rectify deeper ideological conflicts. It highlights the role of conservative ideologies in shaping the internet and calls for a reconsideration of technology's impact on society, emphasizing both its progressive and reactionary potential.

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