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Holiday Reads: Naomi Klein, Mehdi Hasan and Mustafa Suleyman

Intelligence Squared

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Mirrored Realities: The Doppelganger of Politics

This chapter explores the idea of a 'mirror world' in society and politics, emphasizing the polarization and distorted identities shaped by contemporary discourse. It critiques the rise of alternative media ecosystems after mainstream figures are deplatformed, leading to the co-optation of leftist ideas by opposing ideologies. Additionally, the chapter examines the implications of surveillance capitalism and artificial intelligence, highlighting the complexity of consent in a digital age where personal data becomes commodified.

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