christina's english blog

 Me and my group have been collaborating very well! We discuss what needs to be done and then share our ideas amongst each other. For example, when we were picking out the seven best sources, we all took time to share what our sources were about and then we picked the one we thought would best support our research topic. The person whose source got pick would get the evidence for the source, while the other group members looked for the next source. 

The most difficult part about analyzing sources was picking the absolute best ones that had the most relevant information to support our research topic. We all picked good sources but It was tricky figuring out how to apply the knowledge in them to support our claim. We combatted this issue by picking a mix of articles with examples of cancel culture, how free speech is limited, and public responses to this issue. 

 The most compelling issue I found is the tension between public accountability and individual free speech . It is fascinating because it shows that "canceling" is often a last resort for people who feel that traditional systems, like the legal system or HR, have failed to protect them. However, my research into university policies and celebrity cases also shows that this same practice can quickly turn into a "mob mentality" that discourages open debate. Ultimately, the most important takeaway is that cancel culture isn't just a trend; it is a complex struggle over who gets to decide what is socially acceptable in the digital age.