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Tech Platforms and Authoritarian Dynamics
This chapter examines the responsibilities of tech platforms in managing authoritarian figures, particularly following the former president's loss of Twitter. It explores historical and contemporary political leaders' use of media to connect with followers, raising concerns about the implications of their restricted access to digital platforms. The discussion highlights the potential dangers posed by coordinated political aggression and the erosion of democratic norms in the face of modern political rhetoric.
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