Fear of the Future: Why Elon Musk and X Are Symbols of Tribalistic Backlash
Performative tribalism takes this one step further. Here, participants engage not to discuss or debate but to signal loyalty to their group or ideology. The goal becomes less about truth or progress and more about garnering clout, solidifying alliances, and attacking perceived outsiders. This behavior was evident yesterday as the discussion descended into name-calling, posturing, and unproductive theatrics undermining the original topic.
