The Viral Effect
Within hours, the footage had millions of views. Social platforms, driven by algorithms that reward engagement over nuance, turned a simple stumble into political theater. In a media environment where symbolic moments often overshadow substance, such incidents can dominate public discourse, reducing leaders to caricatures.
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