Since time immemorial, communication represents one of the most important means for the growth and development of society; The bible records an episode where God upsets the communication between a group of people who were looking for a common goal, to build a very high tower (Babel), the bible says that the language was confused which prevented them from achieving their goal.
We see how man throughout history has used communication to achieve important goals, from manipulating the masses to positioning himself through propaganda, indoctrination, spreading news, educating, generating chaos, setting trends among many other uses that human beings have for them. gives communication according to your convenience.
In our days the media have evolved into SOCIAL NETWORKS and have a great reach in modern society, they have acquired an POWER incalculable over the masses, becoming the most influential media on the planet and the center of all controversy and discussion at this moment in human history.
Veto, prior censorship, precaution or justice.
The arbitrary irruption of supporters of the outgoing President Donald Trump, unleashed a chain reaction of different media (Social Networks) on the internet who made the decision to suspend, some temporarily and others permanently, Trump's accounts in said networks, alleging that Donald Trump uses the accounts to incite violence, demonstrating the power, influence and reach that these media have today.
Until now, some of the aforementioned networks have already reestablished the suspended accounts, however, although the Senate approved a lawsuit against the president, the main news is related to these Giants of communication.
Actions and reactions.
In recent days WhatsApp announced changes in its operating rules and privacy policies, these ads generated discontent in a large part of the users, causing a reaction in the user base that began to migrate to other similar alternatives.
In this kind of "game of thrones" or fight for supremacy, Telegram announced the growth of its user base, celebrated that it exceeded 500 million users.
The reaction generated by the announcement of these measures and the discontent of the users caused WhatsApp to decide to postpone the application of its measures.
My point.
My point in all this matters is the following: Are we aware of the level of influence and manipulation that can be achieved through these media? ... Worldwide there are people (Influncers) who have increased their number of followers in these networks and with this its area of influence, having at its disposal a huge community that can become susceptible to any malicious plan.
The other reality is that these media, used responsibly, can become vehicles for achieving positive changes in society, generating projects that benefit entire communities, and changing the consciousness of many people.
In conclusion, these media have incalculable power, everything will depend on how we use our level of influence for the benefit and well-being of the community or group of people to which we have access thanks to these powerful tools.
Let me know your opinion!