Panic World How to deal with rage bait
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Oct 29, 2025 Maxwell Frost, a U.S. Representative and progressive organizer, dives into the dangerous realm of rage bait in politics. He discusses how Trump uses federal communications to scapegoat marginalized groups while sparking outrage. Maxwell shares his personal origin in resisting trolling and offers insights on combatting these tactics by reframing conversations around economic issues. He emphasizes the need for Democrats to be bold and authentic, urging them to counteract right-wing aggression with policy-driven messages rather than mimicking cruelty.
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AI + Racism Powers Rage-Bait
- The Trump administration's rage-bait relies heavily on AI-generated imagery and racist tropes to provoke viewers.
- Maxwell Frost says this strategy shifts blame onto scapegoated groups instead of billionaires and corporations.
Sandy Hook Sparked His Activism
- Maxwell Frost's political awakening began after attending a Sandy Hook memorial as a 15-year-old.
- Meeting peers affected by gun violence drove him to organize and fight to end gun violence.
Bluffing Creates Compliance
- Authoritarians often bluff to create an impression of inevitability and obedience in advance.
- Frost argues the opposition must 'throw things at the wall' and be visibly fighting back to counter that impression.