Can social media be an effective tool for political activism?

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Selected thesis

Social media can be an effective tool for political activism.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    Social media allows political activists to easily reach a wide audience.

  • Pro claim 2

    Social media helps like-minded political activists connect.

  • Con claim 1

    It's hard to identify true information when political activists use social media.

  • Con claim 2

    Social media activism leads to passive support for political causes instead of direct action.