Synthesis Essay: The Use Of Social Media In The 19th Century
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The new media has taken over by storm, much the same as the printing press did in the 19th century, according to the book. For those who actively use the internet, it is convenient and concise way to get the news. If one uses discernment, the internet will be extremely beneficial to Americans if used as a political source. However, one must be careful as to which information should be trusted. As with anything in life, don’t believe everything you read on the internet! It is up to us to educate ourselves before we get caught up in believing the wrong information. How many Americans actually validate the sources before falling hook, line, and sinker?
The political media is not always unbiased, for example. The Internet has developed highly