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The Cult of Conservative Youth Activism

Sounds Like A Cult

CHAPTER

The Algorithmic Recruitment: Young Minds and Conservative Movements

This chapter examines how social media algorithms target young individuals, gradually pulling them into conservative ideologies. It shares personal experiences with PragerU and highlights the shift from innocuous content to radical ideas over time. The discussion reflects on the nostalgia that characterizes conservative movements and the broader implications of these tactics on personal beliefs and political engagement.

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