social media
The scoop on social media for influencers, lobbyists, budding politicians and civilians with a stake in the Swamp's trending issues.
Rocket Man and the Dotard
If you're a resident of planet Earth, chances are you've caught wind of the trouble brewing between US President Donald Trump, and current North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un.
Teyana JacksonPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
When Social Media Policy Allows Hateful Messages
I've been blogging for a number of years now, and what happened in the early hours of August 16 freaks me out. It does more than freak me out, though; it makes me angry.
Christina St-JeanPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp- Top Story - August 2017
Let Teenagers Be Vocal
I'm outspoken. I kind of always have been, often finding my voice in political movements and social justice, always standing up for what I believe is right.
Kendall WisniewskiPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp 
Media and Leftist Bias is Out of Hand
With everything happening in the news today, it's no wonder that everyone is upset with politicians in general. They don't do a thing they say they will, and they seemingly lie 24/7! There seems to be massive unrest in the ranks when it comes to Donald Trump. The question is why? Why is everyone up in arms about the President of the United States? Why are people comparing him to Richard Nixon and Hitler! Hitler for God sakes! The answer is really quite simple: bias and unfair political and media practices combined with most Americans being unable to think for themselves.
Bradley PerryPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
There Is a War in the World of Communist Memes
The socialist presence on Facebook is now well established, especially in the world of memes. Even Vice wrote about it .
André-Philippe DoréPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
Dear Trump, You're Embarrassing Us
Dear Trump, You have been pretty busy since becoming the President of the United States. You have pulled out of foreign deals, tried to pass orders, and you have not passed up any chance to speak your mind. And of course, I cannot forget to mention undoing all of the work put in by the previous administration. That's quite a lot! Your words and actions have not gone unnoticed. In fact, all over the world, people are talking about what you've had to say. However, we would appreciate if you were to stop talking, because you are embarrassing us. No more misspelled or insensitive tweets, no more ridiculous claims, and please no more unwanted commentary. Here are some examples of the how you have embarrassed the United States so far.
Cato ConroyPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
The Death of the Social Justice Warrior
Many of those that began their early days of political discourse on the web will have encountered use of this term at some point or another. Some, since its explosion of use in 2011, proudly attribute it to themselves, while others use it in a manner that is almost akin to a slur as an umbrella term for anyone whose views and standpoints lean to the left. As the "tumblr generation" (those who became active on the website and others of its kind around the time where the term became commonly used) came of age, and the global political climate shifted ever more to the point of noticeable widespread threat to human rights, the identity-politics-driven communities on these forums formed what could only be described as a subculture. Despite priding itself specifically on values of diversity and acceptance, the "Social Justice Warrior" movement still adhered to forms and models that would identify a cultural group as such, right down to aesthetics, language, behaviour, and groupthink.
Jason EverittPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
Trump vs. The First Amendment
Last year if you asked me if I would be sitting here writing an article about Twitter and Trump, the answer would be yes. The man loves his Tweets more than he loves (allegedly) sexually harassing women. This man tweets more than Democrats ask for money in an email. At three in the morning when a normal person is sleeping, he is up tweeting about Hillary (seriously he has an unhealthy obsession with his former friend/rival) or the goings-ons at a morning show, that nobody knew existed until he started talking about them. Now he is being sued for his favorite late night activity and it brings up some interesting questions.
Edward AndersonPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
Media Influence in Elections
In elections, voters are swayed by many types of media. The perceptions of each candidate are the product of how the media portrays them. Often animals are used as a tool to earn the trust of the party or distrust depending on the story created by the media. News reports and other propaganda dictate voters using the power of a good story. For instance, Fox News will lean toward a Republican president; CNN News will lean toward a Democrat. This includes liberal and conservative views as well. The news broadcasted is biased according to the major sponsors and the intended viewers. In a way, the candidate you vote for is chosen by the news you watch. Voters depend on a nonbiased view from the news broadcasts but this is far from honest. Multinational conglomerates own or sponsor your news media and, in turn, decide which candidate you view favorably. Madison, in Federalist Paper No. 49 argues that regular mass appeals would not serve the national interest because they would cause “the passions… not the reason, of the public [to] sit in judgment.”
Nathan ThompsonPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
#CNNblackmail: The New Meme War (Trump Tweet)
#CNNblackmail is currently trending, and in this article, we will break down how it all started, the response and the beginning of a new meme war. Whatever your political allegiance this story touches on an issue that goes beyond partisan politics and enters into the realm of the foundational aspects of our privacy, freedoms, and society.
Fred AkaliPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
A World of Jacks
Our world, full of technology, has become a world where anyone can find out anything at just the touch of a button, or less. We live in an age where absolutely any information known to the human race can be found, if you're willing to look.
"Don't Say a Word"
I am a philanthropist, a humanitarian, a lover of humanity who just hasn't done anything big yet. I believe that human kindness and understanding opens the door to a better world. Life is time that never stops moving until we cease to live, then someone else will live on after us who will take the place that we once took, maybe they will take the next stand following our example not just our words.
Jordan Sophia ThomasPublished 6 years ago in The Swamp
