Trolling Ourselves to Death

In Trolling Ourselves to Death, Jason Hannan expands on Neil Postman's analysis of television's impact on democracy, arguing that modern trolling has transformed public discourse into a chaotic spectacle. He reveals how trolls have transcended their online origins to infiltrate mainstream culture, including the actions of politicians and activists, ultimately reshaping democratic politics. By examining the rise of mass trolling alongside the spread of disinformation and digital violence, Hannan advocates for fostering "a spirit of trust" to combat the pervasive culture of distrust that fuels this phenomenon.