Did Big Tech Invent Cancel Culture? 🚫

November 2, 2026 11:00 am ·

From PBS Voices.

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Today's algorithms don't just recommend what you might like—they decide which conversations get buried. If you had the choice, would you bring back a purely chronological timeline? Share your thoughts below.

#CancelCulture #Shadowban #Algorithms #SocialMedia

For Independent Lens, this is Jason. Follow at @jasontalking

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