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The gap between online activism and real action shortchanges political movements
The growing disconnect between digital “activism” and on-the-ground change happens when people begin protesting for their social media feeds rather than meaningful progress. By: Gabriela Martinez, Staff Writer Performative protesting blurs the lines between genuine activism and mere show, as individuals attend protests for the sake of appearance rather than true commitment to the cause. In an era where social media amplifies every act of dissent, performative protesting has b
