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Shifts and nuances in the way we communicate online.
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The Ukraine Crisis Briefly Put America’s Culture War in Perspective

The Ukraine Crisis Briefly Put America’s Culture War in Perspective | Communications Major | Scoop.it

When something real happened, Americans found a way to pay attention. [O]n February 24, [when] the invasion began, American social networks, where the culture war normally rages ceaselessly, over COVID policies, school curricula, trans athletes, and more, suddenly went quiet. 

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Birth Control Coverage Measure Defeated in Senate

Birth Control Coverage Measure Defeated in Senate | Communications Major | Scoop.it

When you read headlines like this, you may ask yourself "Is it 2012? Or the 1600s?" Women's rights are on the front burner in this year's Presidential politics and are quickly becoming a wedge issue by Republicans meant to divert attention from President Obama's accomplishments and/or the still struggling US economy. Online conversations are raging on both sides of these debates and fanning the flames for what could end up being an all-out online riot as the year...and these threats to women...progress.


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St. Patrick's Day Fallout: Bud Light Encourages You to Pinch Anyone Who’s Not “Up for Whatever”

St. Patrick's Day Fallout: Bud Light Encourages You to Pinch Anyone Who’s Not “Up for Whatever” | Communications Major | Scoop.it

There's a lot of debate these days about whether young and young-ish people, particularly those using social media, are too sensitive to perceived insults toward women and minorities. Do we take offense too easily and take too much pleasure in shaming others? These are important questions. None of them will...

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