Facebook was once the digital town square—a place to connect with friends, share life updates, and post dog photos. But over the years, that vision has unraveled. What’s left is a platform increasingly dominated by outrage, conspiracies, and hate speech. How did we get here? More importantly, why has Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook, allowed this to happen? Engagement Over...

In the wake of President Donald Trump's 2024 election victory, the LGBTQ+ community has faced increased challenges due to policy changes and societal shifts. Despite these adversities, maintaining visibility on social media has become a crucial strategy for empowerment, community building, and advocacy. Below are notable examples that illustrate the importance of this visibility in the context...

Rural America, home to nearly 60 million people (about 19% of the U.S. population), plays a crucial role in the nation's economy, agriculture, and energy production. However, small towns and farming communities already face numerous challenges, including declining populations, hospital closures, economic stagnation, and climate-related disasters. Project 2025, a policy initiative led by...

Welcome to our blog series: “Misinformation & Extremism in America.” We’re living in an age where truth is harder to find than ever. One minute you’re watching a video your friend sent, and the next thing you know, you're neck-deep in a wild theory about lizard people controlling the government. Sound familiar? But this isn't just about quirky internet...

Fascism, a term loaded with historical and emotional weight, has been a contentious subject in American political discourse. Traditionally associated with far-right authoritarian regimes in Europe, the concept has occasionally surfaced in discussions about American politics, particularly within the Republican Party. This article explores the historical and contextual relationship between...