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fromApaonline
3 hours ago

How to Deal with Online Virtue Signaling

Virtue signaling often manifests in social media posts that aim to elevate one's moral standing without genuine commitment to the cause, leading to frustration among observers.
Philosophy
World politics
fromPoynter
53 minutes ago

Fact-checking is crucial when the news moves this fast - Poynter

The U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iranian targets, prompting extensive fact-checking on claims regarding military capabilities and misinformation.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
11 months ago

He'll never vote Republican again after state leaders bragged about tricking voters - LGBTQ Nation

An Ohio man vows to stop voting Republican after the party's manipulation of a ballot measure aimed at curbing gerrymandering.
#ai
Privacy technologies
fromMashable
5 days ago

New Bluesky AI only slightly less unpopular than JD Vance

Attie, an AI coding helper on Bluesky, has been blocked by 125,000 users, making it the second most blocked account on the platform.
Washington DC
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

Hill staffers brace for their boss's 'TMZ moment'

Lawmakers are being photographed in leisure activities while government funding remains unresolved, prompting criticism and discussions among staffers about public perception.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 hours ago

Op-Ed | Albany's online safety' bill incentivizes surveillance, chills free expression | amNewYork

New York's budget process risks limiting input on a proposal that threatens privacy, youth safety, and free expression.
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

What the looming sale of CNN means for Trump's feud with the network

"I think the people that have run CNN for the last long period of time are a disgrace. I think it's imperative that CNN be sold."
US news
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Republicans fooled by AI-generated image of US crew member rescued in Iran

Republican politicians were misled by a fake AI-generated image of a US warplane crew member, highlighting the need for improved media literacy.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I always considered social media evil': big tobacco whistleblower on tech's addictive products

Jeffrey Wigand compares social media companies' practices to the tobacco industry's targeting of children and negligence regarding addiction and harm.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Creepy surveillance': why some cities are shutting down Flock cameras amid privacy concerns

Residents of Dunwoody, Georgia, are protesting the city's contract with Flock Safety over privacy concerns and data ownership issues.
#social-media
Law
fromBloomberglaw
6 days ago

Social Media Jury Verdicts Ignite Internet Free Speech Debates

A coalition opposes recent jury verdicts holding social media companies liable for youth addiction, fearing implications for free speech and privacy rights.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
17 hours ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Digital life
fromExchangewire
6 days ago

Regulating Social Media: Where do we go from here?

Social media platforms are designed for addiction, prompting global legislative actions to restrict children's access.
Digital life
fromAxios
6 days ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
Law
fromBloomberglaw
6 days ago

Social Media Jury Verdicts Ignite Internet Free Speech Debates

A coalition opposes recent jury verdicts holding social media companies liable for youth addiction, fearing implications for free speech and privacy rights.
#politics
UK politics
fromIndependent
11 hours ago

Fionnan Sheahan: The Dail reform dorks are coming after your TD - beware of geeks bearing grift

Capping the number of TDs may undermine essential elements of the political system.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
6 days ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
UK politics
fromIndependent
11 hours ago

Fionnan Sheahan: The Dail reform dorks are coming after your TD - beware of geeks bearing grift

Capping the number of TDs may undermine essential elements of the political system.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
6 days ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
#anthropic
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Anthropic ramps up its political activities with a new PAC | TechCrunch

Anthropic has established a political action committee to influence policy and regulation, contributing to both political parties during the midterms.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Anthropic ramps up its political activities with a new PAC | TechCrunch

Anthropic has established a political action committee to influence policy and regulation, contributing to both political parties during the midterms.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Here are three ways we can turn anti-Trump solidarity into political power | Robert Reich

Solidarity against Trump's policies can be transformed into political power through targeted activism and voter mobilization.
#iran
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Who's Winning Trump's Gulf War? Depends on Which Channel You're On.

An American fighter jet was shot down over Iran, raising questions about the conflict's effectiveness and costs.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Who's Winning Trump's Gulf War? Depends on Which Channel You're On.

An American fighter jet was shot down over Iran, raising questions about the conflict's effectiveness and costs.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
Photography
fromThe Phoblographer
2 days ago

Our Staff is All Human. Can Other Publications Say the Same?

Phoblographer aims to reduce reliance on big photo retailers and banner ads by promoting a subscription model for sustainability.
#data-privacy
fromInvestigative Post
2 days ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

How to Navigate Brand Authenticity in the Age of AI Slop

Originality and authenticity in content are essential for brands to stand out in a saturated market dominated by low-quality AI-generated content.
SF politics
fromMission Local
3 days ago

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

North Andover police investigate 'unauthorized' social media comment about Kelsey Fitzsimmons case

A former North Andover police employee made an unauthorized comment on the department's Facebook page, prompting an internal investigation.
Podcast
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Former Trump White House Lawyer: He's 'Insane.' Current Cabinet: [Crickets] - Above the Law

Ty Cobb publicly criticizes Donald Trump, calling him insane and highlighting his erratic behavior on social media.
Online Community Development
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Fact-checking has to go where misinformation actually spreads - Poynter

Fact-checking must evolve from traditional metrics to address the fragmented and informal nature of today's information ecosystem.
Digital life
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works?

Exploring online content through six fictional voters during the Senedd election reveals diverse political perspectives and the influence of social media algorithms.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Republicans slammed for "cruel" one-word response to the Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Protesters rallied in Sioux Falls for transgender rights against anti-trans bills, while Republicans faced backlash for their dismissive response to Transgender Day of Visibility.
Psychology
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Stop trying to 'educate' people into changing. Science proves it doesn't work

False assumptions hinder change; simply providing information does not guarantee behavior change.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

Texas Republican Called Out For Sharing AI Rendering of Rescued Soldier

Governor Greg Abbott faced backlash for sharing an AI-generated image of a U.S. airman rescued from Iran, which was later identified as fake.
US news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
20 hours ago

Lawmaker Demands Polymarket Remove 219 War Bets After Airman Market Controversy

Polymarket removed a prediction market on a missing U.S. airman after Rep. Seth Moulton condemned it as exploitative during an active rescue operation.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

"The bottom line is trust - vouching that an article is credible and worthy of a reader's time. It all comes down to that."
Media industry
#reform-uk
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Reform UK becomes first British political party to launch its own podcast

Reform UK launches a podcast to provide behind-the-scenes access to Nigel Farage and party activities, marking a first for British political parties.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party's policy drive in shade

Reform UK faces significant internal issues, including high attrition rates and controversial statements from candidates.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Reform UK becomes first British political party to launch its own podcast

Reform UK launches a podcast to provide behind-the-scenes access to Nigel Farage and party activities, marking a first for British political parties.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party's policy drive in shade

Reform UK faces significant internal issues, including high attrition rates and controversial statements from candidates.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Rachel Maddow Reveals What She Would Ask Trump if She Ever Got to Interview Him

Maddow stated, 'I am very disinterested in him as a person.' She emphasized that she does not have an interest in his opinions or in putting him on camera.
US Elections
Higher education
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

How Gaza Broke Big Tech's Campus Pipeline

Students are protesting the use of technology in military actions, particularly in relation to Israel's actions in Gaza.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

Can You Name That Political Memoir? A Slate Quiz.

Political memoirs from current and former officials reflect personal experiences and ambitions, often blending blandness with moments of controversy and career revival.
Law
fromPoynter
5 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Contributor: Investigate the AI campaigns flooding public agencies with fake comments

Artificial intelligence is being exploited to create fake grassroots opposition against clean air regulations, undermining public health initiatives.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Ana Kasparian Blasts AOC Over 'Trump-Like Attacks' On Media

Kasparian argued Ocasio-Cortez appears to have taken a page or two out of President Donald Trump's political playbook, based on the lawmaker's response to a shot on social media from Kasparian.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

How Some People Became So Averse to Hype

Anna Holmes defines 'hype aversion' as a reflex against being told what to like, suggesting that popularity can create pressure rather than signal quality. This feeling can lead to a deliberate choice to resist mainstream culture.
Media industry
#hasan-piker
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Left-wing politics

Jake Tapper Calls Out the Left Cozying Up to Hasan Piker: Has a History of Outrageous, if Not Bigoted' Comments

Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Shilling For the Illiberal Left': Tim Miller Gets Eviscerated After Defending Hasan Piker

Tim Miller defended Hasan Piker's acceptance in the Democratic Party, sparking controversy and debate about bigotry and tribalization in politics.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jake Tapper Calls Out the Left Cozying Up to Hasan Piker: Has a History of Outrageous, if Not Bigoted' Comments

Jake Tapper questions the Democratic establishment's embrace of controversial socialist Hasan Piker, highlighting his history of shocking statements.
#trump
fromRaw Story
4 days ago
US politics

Glaring error spotted in Trump's presidential library hype video: 'Is he stupid?'

US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump's Stunning Declaration in Now-Deleted Video Isn't Helped By Context'

Trump suggested states should handle daycare funding, indicating a potential cut to popular programs like Medicare and Medicaid during a viral Easter event.
US politics
fromRaw Story
4 days ago

Glaring error spotted in Trump's presidential library hype video: 'Is he stupid?'

A video mock-up of Trump's presidential library featured an American flag with 56 stars, sparking criticism and speculation about its meaning.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Reform to launch new podcast after run-ins with media

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, while Reform UK launches a podcast for behind-the-scenes political insights.
Marketing
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The backlash against "woke business" is loud

Conscious consumerism is normalizing, with 40% of North American purchases influenced by social and environmental factors despite political backlash.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
World news
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

What Are Your Obligations When Your Country Is the Villain?

The U.S. executed a devastating missile strike on a school in Iran, killing many children and raising moral questions about its actions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Rep. Chip Roy stated, 'We aren't getting the job done. Part of that is because we are bound by this big, broken, fake filibuster of 60 votes. But part of it is you gotta have the willpower to do it.'
US politics
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
2 weeks ago

Do political social media ads influence the outcome of elections?

Political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2020 U.S. election primarily targeted existing supporters rather than persuading new voters, with minimal measurable impact on electoral outcomes.
Media industry
fromPoynter
3 days ago

An AI company set out to fix news deserts. Instead, it copied local journalists' work - Poynter

Nota is shutting down its local news sites due to multiple instances of plagiarism in its articles.
Digital life
fromDigiday
6 days ago

In graphic detail: The long road to accountability for social media platforms

Big tech giants are now held accountable for harming children, marking a significant shift in social media regulation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

MS NOW stands by its report showing Pam Bondi's portrait discarded after her firing, despite DOJ's claims of fake news.
Philosophy
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

In Defense of Being Performative

Democracy requires citizens to actively perform civic engagement; dismissing performative politics misunderstands that democratic participation is inherently performative and essential for democratic survival.
#birthright-citizenship
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Susie Lee Deleted Post: Pray They 'F*ck' Trump 'To His Face'

Representative Susie Lee deleted a profane post criticizing Trump's attendance at Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Susie Lee Deleted Post: Pray They 'F*ck' Trump 'To His Face'

Representative Susie Lee deleted a profane post criticizing Trump's attendance at Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Who's Worse Than Trump? - Above the Law

Trump's presidency has caused long-term damage to America's global standing and institutional integrity, with consequences that may be irreparable.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Did the FBI just post this propaganda video to save Kash Patel's job?

The FBI released a video celebrating Director Kash Patel's first year, criticized as propaganda for its cinematic portrayal of law enforcement successes.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on social media in the dock: tech bros move fast society is trying to catch up | Editorial

Recent jury decisions against Meta and YouTube highlight the importance of content delivery methods in addressing online harms.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

A right-winger tried to own a No Kings protestor with gotcha questions. She skewered him instead. - LGBTQ Nation

A woman's powerful responses at a protest left a right-wing interviewer speechless, earning her widespread praise online.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

White House Insists It Was Right At the Time' After Being Wrong About Maher Prize

The White House initially denied Bill Maher would receive the Mark Twain Prize, but later confirmed the award after further discussions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Senator Known for Wild Tweets From Based' Account Reportedly in Contention to Be Trump's Next AG

Some senators are pushing the White House to appoint Sen. Mike Lee as Attorney General following Bondi's ouster and plan to pitch Trump directly on the idea, sources told me.
US politics
Media industry
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why societal change and technology may be key to Americans regaining trust in the news media

New models for news dissemination are needed to restore trust and adapt to younger consumers' habits.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Judicial Nominee's Twitter Fingers Come Back To Haunt Her - Above the Law

Kara Westercamp faced scrutiny for her controversial social media history during her Senate Judiciary Committee hearing for a judicial nomination.
Media industry
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Author finds outrage is profitable

Social media algorithms are deliberately designed to amplify outrage because anger drives engagement, clicks, and shares, particularly intensifying before elections when candidates use fear to motivate voters.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on violent online rhetoric: all politicians have a duty to set a civil tone | Editorial

Politicians must exercise judgment before sharing social media content, as false posts and violent rhetoric endanger public figures and discourage political participation.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Have Better Political Conversations

The principle of intellectual charity is fundamental to constructive political conversations. This principle states that, in any discussion, we should accept the best version of an opponent's ideas, not a distorted version or a "straw man." Exaggeration and distortion of opposing opinions (always present, to some degree, in political debates) have become the standard form of political argument in contemporary America.
Philosophy
World news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Opinion: Disqualified but not forgotten

An athlete was disqualified for displaying portraits of Ukrainians killed in the war, as the IOC ruled the helmet violated rules against political expression.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

Recently Published Book Spotlight: The Rise of Polarization: Affects, Politics, and Philosophy

Prevailing accounts of affective polarization misdiagnose the phenomenon by focusing on survey patterns instead of the underlying narrative and affective practices that shape political life.
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