The Role of Social Media in Shaping Post-9/11 National Identity
The events of September 11, 2001, profoundly changed America. In the wake of this tragedy, social media emerged as a powerful tool for communication and expression. While the platforms were not as advanced as they are today, their early forms laid the groundwork for significant shifts in how Americans viewed their national identity. This article explores the role of social media in shaping that identity in the years following 9/11.