Giving Thumbs Down to "Thumbs Up"

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Authors: Carol Fuss
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Abstract

EDITOR'S NOTE: Perhaps you have participated in protests, marches, and/or vigils in support of the Black Lives Matter movement .In contrast, Carol Fuss asks what it means to stay home and select "thumbs up" on Facebook .Does liking a post on social media count as activism?Hashtag activism can help

Fields of Study & Subjects

Social Media and Politics Race History and American Society Social Movements and Cultural Identity

Publication details

Journal / source
DigitalCommons - CalPoly (California State Polytechnic University)
Publication date
25 February 2026
Language
EN