The Viral Spread of Charlie Kirk’s Shooting Video and Its Impact on Media and Kids

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The article discusses how the rapid spread of graphic video footage of Charlie Kirk's shooting on social media has transformed the traditional media's gatekeeping role, raising concerns about the impact of instant, unfiltered content on society and the challenges faced by platforms in moderating such material.
Topics:nation#charlie-kirk#graphic-content#media-and-society#news-media#social-media#video-dissemination
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