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When Democracy Breaks: A Critical Media Psychology Analysis of January 6 and January 8

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@jorgebscomm for @empowervmedia T wo acts of political violence. Two of the world's largest democracies. Two years and two days apart . On January 6, 2021 , supporters of Donald Trump stormed the United States Capitol. On January 8, 2023 , supporters of Jair Bolsonaro stormed the Presidential Palace, the National Congress, and the Supreme Federal Court in Brasília — simultaneously, and live on social media. These were not coincidences of the calendar. A new paper from EMPOWERVERSE  titled Democratic Rupture and Media Psychology: A Critical Comparative Analysis of the January 6, 2021 US Capitol Insurrection and the January 8, 2023 Brazilian Federal Buildings Attack , argues that they were locally embedded expressions of the same structural moment: one in which social media affordances , political disinformation, and authoritarian populist leadership converge to make anti-democratic collective violence not just possible, but psychologically foreseeable. "Democrac...
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The Potential of Digital Platforms in Democratizing Knowledge through Influencers

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The Potential of Digital Platforms in Democratizing Knowledge through Influencers, by "Marcelo Jorge Oliveira Duailibe", "Jorge Oliveira", "Marcelo Duailibe".

In the realm of communication studies, social media's emergence has revolutionized how knowledge is shared and shaped. While influencers wield significant sway over their online followers, they often face criticism for being seen as superficial or self-promotional.

Yet, beneath this surface perception lies untapped potential. If we recognize everyone with a social media presence as having some level of influence, we can redefine the influencer role. Shifting focus from trends to fostering genuine connections and promoting inclusive knowledge sharing is key.

Traditional knowledge models, dominated by experts and institutions, can limit accessibility and diversity. Democratizing knowledge empowers individuals to share their unique perspectives, crucial in a digital age where social media offers global reach.

Empowering Through Democratized Knowledge

Influencers, especially popular among younger generations, offer a unique chance to promote knowledge sharing and positive impact. Encouraging individuals to use their social media presence for the greater good transforms the digital landscape into a hub of inclusive knowledge exchange.

Strategies for leveraging influencer popularity for knowledge democratization include promoting authentic engagement, emphasizing credibility and expertise, valuing diverse perspectives, ensuring responsible marketing, and fostering critical thinking.

Transformation

This approach opens avenues for advancing research in communication studies. Recognizing influencers as catalysts for inclusive knowledge exchange allows us to harness their influence for authentic engagement, credibility, diverse perspectives, responsible marketing, and critical thinking. Embracing democratized knowledge empowers active participation, shaping a more informed and interconnected society.

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