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Black Twitter-Monologue and panel discussion

Why is this sub-community so popular?

  • By Marquis Lupton

Black Twitter is a vibrant online community primarily composed of African American users who engage in discussions, share cultural insights, and amplify voices within the Black community. It operates as a subset of Twitter, distinguished by its unique hashtags, memes, and trending topics that revolve around issues relevant to Black culture, social justice, and identity. Black Twitter serves as a digital space where users connect, express solidarity, and discuss matters ranging from entertainment to activism. This virtual community has played a crucial role in raising awareness about social issues, providing a platform for marginalized voices, and fostering a sense of belonging among its members. Through the use of humor, hashtags like #BlackExcellence, and collective activism, Black Twitter has become a powerful force shaping online discourse and influencing broader societal conversations. In essence, it functions as a dynamic and influential subculture within the broader Twitterverse, amplifying the voices and experiences of the Black community.

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