The Impact of social media on Political Polarization: A Comparative Analysis
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https://doi.org/10.36676/jrps.2023-v14i2-032Keywords:
Social Media, Political Polarization, Comparative Analysis, Echo Chamber EffectAbstract
An investigation of the intricate link that exists between social media platforms and political polarisation is presented here. A comparative study is being conducted with the purpose of gaining an understanding of the ways in which the use of social media impacts political polarisation in various nations or areas. The objective of this study is to investigate the numerous processes that might lead to polarisation via the use of social media. These mechanisms include the echo chamber effect, algorithmic filtering, and the distribution of malicious information. Additionally, the research explores the function that social media has in the establishment of online communities, as well as the influence that it has on public debate and political beliefs. The purpose of this study is to give significant insights into the intricacies of this phenomena and its consequences for democratic societies. This is accomplished by examining the influence of social media on political polarisation in diverse circumstances.
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