Debby<p><span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://mastodon.social/@ErikJonker" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@<span>ErikJonker</span></a></span> <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://a.gup.pe/u/geopolitics" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@<span>geopolitics</span></a></span> This is such an important observation about how platform design shapes public discourse! <br>It’s both fascinating and concerning to see how the same factual information can spark constructive conversation on one platform and devolve into disinformation on another. The contrast between Bluesky and X really underscores how algorithms and moderation policies influence the quality of dialogue.</p><p>For me, the fediverse—especially Mastodon—has been a breath of fresh air in this regard. It feels like a space where facts and evidence-based discussions can thrive, rooted in a shared reality rather than outrage or misinformation. But I’m curious: Is this just my personal experience, or do others share the impression that Mastodon fosters a more fact-based discussion environment? Have you explored other platforms beyond Bluesky that prioritize constructive dialogue?</p><p>It’s disheartening to see how platforms that prioritize engagement over accuracy can drown out meaningful conversations. While I’m fortunate enough to avoid Twitter/X and Meta, I recognize that transitioning to open-source, decentralized social networks isn’t feasible for everyone. This makes me wonder: How can we encourage more platforms to adopt models that foster informed debate rather than outrage? Supporting not-for-profit or decentralized alternatives might be part of the solution, but it’s a challenge that requires broader awareness and action.</p><p>Thanks for sharing this—it’s a powerful reminder of how critical platform design is to the health of our digital public spaces!</p><p><a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/DigitalLiteracy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>DigitalLiteracy</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/PlatformDesign" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>PlatformDesign</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/EvidenceBasedDiscourse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>EvidenceBasedDiscourse</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/Fediverse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Fediverse</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/Mastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Mastodon</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/TechEthics" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>TechEthics</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/ConstructiveDialogue" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>ConstructiveDialogue</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/AlgorithmicBias" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>AlgorithmicBias</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/FactOverFiction" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>FactOverFiction</span></a> <br><a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/twitter" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>twitter</span></a> <a href="https://hear-me.social/tags/Bluesky" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#<span>Bluesky</span></a></p>