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“Give me one other part of history where everybody shows up to the same social space. Fragmentation is a more natural state of being.”

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danah boyd
danah boyd

danah boyd is a renowned researcher focusing on social media, internet culture, and youth behavior. Born on November 24, 1977, she is known for her research on how social media platforms affect the social interactions and identity formation of teenagers. more

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