TikTok’s ‘Ominous Turn’: Anti-Israel Sentiment Surges Among Gen Z

College campuses across the U.S. are experiencing a rise in anti-Israel sentiment, with misinformation and hate speech spreading rapidly on social media, especially TikTok. According to comedian and TikTok star Zach Sage Fox, the platform has taken an “ominous turn” since October 7th, fueling the transformation of Gen Z into “Gen Terrorism.” Pew Research Center data reveals that TikTok is a significant news source for young Americans, with 44% of those between 18 and 29 relying on the app for news. While TikTok offers valuable content, Fox notes the prevalence of misinformation, including Holocaust denialism, and the platform’s role in supporting Osama bin Laden. Fox’s visit to Auschwitz prompted him to combat antisemitism and anti-Israel propaganda, highlighting the platform’s impact on impressionable young minds.

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