social media, algorithms, and right-wing propaganda

[markodochartaigh]

6. To me it seems like a very sophisticated variation

on what has gone on since time immemorial. You toe the party line, agree with and repeat what your boss says, and you move up in social status or in the company. But if you disagree, well, the nail that sticks up gets pounded down.
Most of us were suckers for this before, now that sophisticated psychology and algorithms are being used it is very worrying indeed.