Our Rights in Social Media or The Impact of Facebook & Co for Democratic Discourse
Welcome to a new WiRe Science Communication Video, made by WiRe Fellow Dr. Judit Bayer.
WiRe Fellow Dr. Judit Bayer explores the profound influence of social media platforms like Facebook on democratic discourse. Judit’s research examines how algorithms prioritize content based on user behavior, potentially limiting exposure to diverse viewpoints and reinforcing echo chambers. Learn more about the problematic implications of such practices on public opinion and the challenges they pose to democratic processes.