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Democracy is about people making informed choices, having a say in decisions, and trusting the systems representing them.

It only works when we all operate with a shared sense of reality, including the reality that external factors are in fact influencing democracy.

Between algorithms, AI-generated content, and endless online rabbit holes, it’s easier than ever to get pulled into information loops that reinforce certain views, blur what is true, or leave out key context. 

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Influencers in incognito mode: Social media algorithms, artificial intelligence, and the urge to scroll affect how people engage, perceive institutions, and make decisions. They can operate without you realizing, even opening the door to manipulation from outside our borders that tries to sway public opinion or weaken trust.

Has online been feeling a bit…off lately? These systems are designed to keep you engaged, not necessarily to keep you informed. 

Easy ways to combat these influences: Ask questions and have conversations with in-real-life people, slow your scroll, and consume content beyond an ultra-curated algorithm.

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