In his recent Vanity Fair article, author Nick Bilton writes about how social media is a corrupting influence and damaging to those who use it. Bilton is a special correspondent for Vanity Fair, which means he gathers and reports news, articles and information for them. By his other recent articles and his writing in general, it can be assumed he leans liberal or democratic. Bilton shows several signs of bias in this article. He mentions many times throughout his piece that he thinks social media should be abolished, that it is harmful, etc. He also cites his own book as a reference point for validation. He views this very current social media phenomenon as a "destructive fad", one that causes more harm than good. Social media is used everywhere today and it's opportunities are endless. It can lead to important and healthy communications such as online friendships or marketing, but it can also allow a platform for terrorists and bullies to prey on. This article is likely directed at those who use social media, as a platform or for fun. He gives facts and relays testimonies of those who have felt harmed in one way or another by social media to prove his point. The purpose of this piece was to bring awareness to the detrimental effects and unyielding power of these social platforms. Bilton underlined his main point and hope that social media would soon be done away with, or at least hugely reformed. He spoke of the division and turmoil it caused. Bilton narrates this piece in an easygoing and relatable way. He tells jokes but also brings to light the seriousness of the situation. This article explores the not usually talked about, but very visible dark side of social media.
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