Social media does more harm than good

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Social media is the greatest democratizing force in human history. It dismantled traditional gatekeepers, allowing marginalized voices to organize global movements and demand accountability. Beyond activism, it fosters unprecedented connectivity, enabling small businesses to reach global markets and families to bridge vast geographical divides. While challenges exist, the systemic benefits of instant information access, educational resource sharing, and the maintenance of vital social networks far outweigh the harms. To reject these platforms is to reject the most powerful tool for human progress we possess.