> specifically designed to enrage inexperienced college students so he could generate viral social media clips of himself “owning the libs.” The author is desc

> specifically designed to enrage inexperienced college students so he could generate viral social media clips of himself “owning the libs.” The author is describing a symptom of modern society: “viral video clips” are the most powerful way of building an audience right now. They’re powerful for getting re-shares but lack nuance and are dangerously prone to misinterpretation. As a society we need more and better ways to engage and debate ideas. People are coming around to the idea that a soundbite doesn’t cut it for a complex issue, which is good. But platforms haven’t caught up - so predictably we shoot the messenger.