The Litter and Flytipping of Idealistic Opinions
The American Author, Neil Postman illustrated in his book: Amusing Ourselves to Death, how “cultural life is redefined as a perpetual round of entertainment” when “a population becomes distracted by trivia”. He portrayed how politics, journalism, and religion have become subjects to the demands of recreation. In today's socially digitalised world, we have been bombarded by media ranging from social interaction services to networking sites. These sites have allowed us to stay in touch with our geographically dispersed family and friends, communicate with like-minded others around us and even take up initiatives to advocate for the matters that are dear to our heart. However, this has also given rise to a constant urge to log on to this virtual reality for a sense of belonging, self-expression, curiosity or a desire to connect. Whether it's our stories or opinions, they all gain exposure rapidly, giving individuals around the globe continuous access to a near-real-ti...
