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The Role of Social Media in Fueling Ethnic Violence and Outrage
The chapter explores how social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter have contributed to ethnic violence and genocide in countries like Myanmar, leading to the expulsion of minority groups. It discusses the manipulation of user behavior through algorithms that amplify outrage-inducing content, resulting in extreme opinions and actions. The conversation also touches on the responsibility of social media platforms in maintaining a balance between their benefits and societal harm.
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