Enrique Dans's Medium article discusses the annulment of Romania's general elections due to alleged TikTok manipulation and Russian interference.
The author argues that this event highlights the significant role social media plays in spreading misinformation and polarization, undermining democratic processes. He emphasizes the ease with which fake news can sway public opinion and influence electoral outcomes, raising concerns about the future of democracy in the digital age.
The article calls for improved critical thinking skills among citizens to combat this issue. Dans concludes by suggesting that we need to adapt to this "digitalization of politics" rather than simply lamenting the perceived "death of democracy".
This article is also available in English on my Medium page, «Romania: the death of democracy?»
