The mechanisms by which online populism induces ideological risks and corresponding counterstrategies
Hao Lei
School of Marxism, Harbin Normal University
Siran Chen
School of Philosophy and Social Sciences, Jilin Universit
Haiping Wang
School of Marxism, Harbin Normal University
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/pmcs.v7i4.12785
Keywords: online populism; ideological risks; emotionalized communication; binary opposition
Abstract
The proliferation of online populism in modern information society poses unprecedented challenges to social stability and ideological security. Through emotionalized and dichotomous communication methods, it not only exacerbates social division but also aggravates ideological polarization and the spread of disinformation. To effectively address this issue, a multi-faceted approach incorporating measures such as network supervision, legal regulation, and public opinion guidance must be adopted to fundamentally curb the spread of extremist rhetoric and safeguard social cohesion and stability. Confronted with the complexity and decentralized nature of cyberspace, the state and society must strengthen the governance of the online environment, enhance public media literacy, and promote rational discourse to ensure the healthy development of mainstream values and social order.
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