Attention Quote by Zeynep Tufekci
“Attention, to a terrorist group, is often what the well-meaning, outraged response is to your two-bit Internet troll: it is the food that feeds them.”
About This Quote
Source Article: "The Attention Economy of Terrorism" by Zeynep Tufekci, 2018
Giving attention to terrorists feeds them; ignoring trolls can reduce their influence.
In simple terms: Attention fuels terrorists.
Key Takeaway
Avoid amplifying extremist messages.
Themes
media
terrorism
attention economy
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
journalistic
educational
When to use this quote
- social media moderation
- public communication strategies
Key Concepts
information warfare
psychology of outrage
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we responsibly address extremist content?
- What role does public outrage play?
A Different Perspective
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