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Facebook's Polarizing Effects Are Truly Global

The algorithm pushes divisive and angry content everywhere, and not just in the polarized United States.

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Sep 20, 2021
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Facebook has maintained that its platform has not been primarily to blame for political polarization. In March, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified to Congress, "I believe the division we see toda…

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