New Age Activism: Rise of the NPC

“If people are starting to hate a group of individuals because the media told them to, then the propaganda is working”

In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful platform for raising awareness and advocating for various causes. However, there is a disturbing trend that has emerged – the rise of fake activism. This phenomenon can be attributed to the need for attention and the desire to feel like one is making a difference, even if it is merely an illusion.

One of the dangers of fake activism is the blind support it entails. Many individuals jump on the bandwagon of supporting a cause without truly understanding its complexities or implications. They share posts, change their profile pictures, and use hashtags, all in an attempt to appear socially conscious. However, their actions lack substance and are often based on superficial knowledge.

This blind support is particularly dangerous because it fuels the propaganda machine. As Aldous Huxley once said, ‘The propagandist’s purpose is to make one set of people forget that certain other sets of people are human.’ This quote resonates strongly with the modern issue of demonizing a group of people who have no involvement in a particular situation.

By mindlessly supporting a cause without proper understanding, fake activists inadvertently contribute to the spread of misinformation and prejudice. They become unwitting pawns in the hands of those who seek to manipulate public opinion. This can lead to the vilification and hatred of innocent individuals solely because they belong to a certain group.

The Rise of NPC’s

The term ‘NPC’ (non-player character) has gained popularity as a way to describe individuals who engage in this behavior. These individuals mindlessly follow the script, parroting the same phrases and opinions without critical thought or genuine understanding. They lack independent thinking and act as mere placeholders, mimicking the actions of real activists without truly embodying the cause.

This has given birth to a culture of emotionally unstable, immature, and illogical individuals. Instead of taking tangible action to address the issues they claim to care about, these individuals hide behind their screens, venting their frustrations in endless rants and tweets. This behavior is not only foolish and immature, but it also achieves nothing.

If one truly cares about a situation, it is not enough to sit behind a screen and cry about it. Genuine activism requires real-world engagement and tangible efforts to bring about change. Whether it’s volunteering, donating, or actively participating in grassroots movements, taking action is the only way to make a meaningful impact.

It is crucial to be critical of the information we consume and the causes we support. Blindly following the crowd and engaging in fake activism not only perpetuates misinformation but also undermines the credibility of genuine activists. Let us strive for a society where activism is driven by knowledge, empathy, and a genuine desire for positive change.