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I definitely notice the political ragebait suggestions too. I've had all kinds of blocking on the platform for a long time, so it's scary to think (but not overly surprising) that that is what they're trying to spoonfeed everyone.
It's not that they want to spoonfeed political ragebait specifically, I think. They want eyes on their ads, because that generates revenue. It's just that political ragebait keeps many people more engaged. More views = more ads seen = more money. Means to an end. It's a very cynical worldview.
I disagree, conservatives reduce taxes on corporations and the rich. Alphabet has all the incentive to subtly (or not) nudge the narrative so more people vote conservative.
Hmm, you have a point there.