social media
Can democracy survive social media?
Two new books offer critiques and solutions that aim to recalibrate digital politics toward the common good.
Our teens are not OK
Especially the girls, whose depression levels are at record highs. Can the church help?
Maria Ressa’s fight for democracy in the Philippines
The renowned journalist explores how the authoritarianism and corruption she has been fighting for 35 years are now aided and abetted by the internet.
In the dance with technology, who leads?
Jacques Ellul diagnosed the problem. Paul Patton and Robert Woods offer some solutions.
What MeToo hasn’t yet accomplished
Social media movements fade. Survivors of sexual assault and harassment need living communities.
What was good about Twitter
The eulogies began when Musk took over. What are we mourning?
The crowded elevator of opinions
We’ve become convinced that speaking is the most important thing we can do.
Devil in the algorithm
Social media platforms are damaging democracy, and it’s not primarily about what speech they do or don’t moderate.
Under Elon Musk’s authority
Doing church on social media is not like standing in the public square. It’s more like putting ourselves under a form of sovereignty.
Why are so many of the most influential moms on the internet Mormon?
Influencer culture and LDS theology fit together surprisingly well.
I just can’t quit Facebook
Yes, it’s harmful to children, democracy, and much more. It also makes my life better.
