This post really made me reflect on how much of social media, especially platforms like Twitter, is shaped by the people with the loudest voices, whether that’s billionaires, journalists, or just individuals with high followings. I agree that for most users, social media is more of a passive consumption tool than a public square for meaningful debate. I wonder if this dynamic is what prevents any real change in how these platforms function, no matter who runs them. What would it take for users to engage differently, or is this how it will always be—just another form of entertainment?
This post really made me reflect on how much of social media, especially platforms like Twitter, is shaped by the people with the loudest voices, whether that’s billionaires, journalists, or just individuals with high followings. I agree that for most users, social media is more of a passive consumption tool than a public square for meaningful debate. I wonder if this dynamic is what prevents any real change in how these platforms function, no matter who runs them. What would it take for users to engage differently, or is this how it will always be—just another form of entertainment?