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Showerthoughts

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I agree. I think most people just miss the point that young people tend to move faster the others established. It doesn't help that people's views o left v right differ depending on their agendas etc...

[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 year ago (5 children)

One look at the results of elections all across the world is enough to prove this hypothesis wrong.

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[–] [email protected] 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I agree with you that Lemmy may be more left-leaning than other social media platforms due to the lack of bot activity. However, I think it's also important to consider the type of content that is shared and discussed on Lemmy. As a platform focused on creativity and expression, there may be an inherent bias towards progressive or left-leaning ideas and discussions. Additionally, Lemmy's community guidelines prioritize kindness and respect, which can create a space where voices from marginalized communities feel safe to share their opinions and experiences. Overall, while bot activity certainly plays a role in shaping the political climate of social media platforms, I believe that Lemmy's unique culture and values also contribute to its overall political orientation.

That being said, I appreciate your comment and am glad to see thoughtful discussion happening on Lemmy! Let's keep building a supportive and inclusive online community together.

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