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Platforms Replaced Gatekeepers Without Responsibility
- Social platforms became the de facto public sphere but lack the journalistic gatekeeping and responsibility it requires.
- Ressa argues platforms' growth was prioritized over accountability, shifting public‑sphere duties onto unprepared machines.
Refusing To Be A Trigger In A Coup
- During a 2005 coup attempt, journalists faced ethical choices about coverage that could trigger violence.
- Ressa recounts refusing to film rebels first to avoid becoming a trigger for the coup.
Add Friction To Sharing
- Increase friction on sharing so people pause before amplifying content.
- Make small UI changes (two lines of JavaScript) to reduce one‑click virality and impulsive spread.