We are dealing with a very young guy immersed in a culture that is far from straightforward.
We've seen the results of people going further and further down insane rabbit holes on the internet, but it is only with analyses I've come across in the wake of Kirk's murder that I think I'm begining to get a sense of how truly strange the world the chronically online occupy is. The layers of irony in particular are difficult to fathom. The effect of so much being some sort of coded communication creates a level of isolation from the "real world" that is quite frightening.
Vanity Fair: Groypers, Helldivers 2, Furries: What do the Messages Left by Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer Actually Mean?
https://www.vanityfair.com/news/story/charlie-kirk-tyler-robinson-memes-meaning
No paywall:
https://archive.ph/L8tPp
AI Summary of Reeve
Elle Reeve's expertise lies in investigative journalism, particularly focusing on social issues, politics, and the connection between social media and white nationalism, as evidenced by her work on the documentary Right Now, her reporting on the 2017 Charlottesville rally and the January 6th Capitol attack, and her role as a correspondent for CNN. Her background includes working at prestigious publications like The New Republic and The Wire before joining Vice News and subsequently CNN, and she is also the author of the book Black Pill.
Key areas of expertise:
Right-wing extremism and white nationalism
Reeve is known for her in-depth coverage of these movements, including her work at the 2017 Charlottesville "Unite the Right" rally and the January 6th Capitol attack.
Social media's impact on extremism
Her expertise includes understanding how online platforms contribute to the rise of radical movements.
Documentary filmmaking
She produced the documentary Right Now, which explores the rise of the American alt-right.
Investigative reporting
Her career includes roles as a senior editor at The New Republic and politics editor at The Wire, highlighting her investigative journalism skills.
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