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The internet has ruined the concept of genuine, thoughtful discussion. The rise of social media, algorithms, and constant outrage cycles has turned many debates into shallow sound bites. Instead of having nuanced conversations where people listen and challenge each other’s ideas, it’s become a contest of who can shout the loudest, who can dunk on someone’s opinion, or who can get the most likes. Real conversations are getting buried under misinformation, knee-jerk reactions, and an overwhelming need to be “right” instead of exploring different perspectives. There’s an irony to it, too—while the internet was meant to connect people and broaden ideas, it often pushes us into echo chambers and forces us to see things in black and white, leaving no room for the gray areas that make complex issues interesting and worth exploring. -Unknown