Your life going wrong is not the fault of LGBTQ+ individuals or immigrants

Recently, Pride events were held once again in Sölvesborg, İsveç. However, these colorful and equality-focused celebrations were overshadowed by tense discussions on social media. Anyone merely following digital platforms could easily assume that society is on the brink of a deep internal conflict. This tense picture formed in the online environment created a perception very different from the peaceful spirit of the event. Many people failed to fully grasp the message of unity and solidarity brought by Pride due to the polarizing effect of social media.

Social media algorithms relentlessly promote the content of right-wing profiles and thought leaders. The most prominent common trait among these figures is their deep anger towards the LGBTQ+ movement and Pride events. By ensuring such controversial and provocative content reaches a wider audience, the algorithmic structure fuels this anger. Critics point out that while amplifying this type of content, digital platforms are systematically increasing intolerance in society. Consequently, it is argued that because algorithms aim for engagement and polarization, the foundation of social consensus is gradually being damaged.

The core criticism underlying the news is the tendency of individuals to easily shift the blame for their personal or economic problems onto minorities. When life gets difficult or individuals feel dissatisfied with their own lives, searching for a scapegoat has become an incredibly common yet dangerous reflex. Similarly in İsveç, certain segments experiencing economic or social distress may target LGBTQ+ individuals to channel their anger through exclusion. However, a rational analysis clearly reveals that the negatives in a person's life are not caused by immigrants or homosexual individuals. The root of the problems most often lies in economic inequalities, political decisions, or systemic shortcomings; not in the existence of minority groups.

In the age of the internet and social media, how algorithms shape public opinion remains a major source of concern. People's increased engagement with angry and exclusionary content leads to these publications becoming even more popular. Right-wing populist discourses try to build a base by explaining complex global issues through simple, targeted enemies, rather than blaming the vulnerable segments of society. This situation not only hinders the discussion of real issues but also paves the way for the normalization of hate speech. Users' lack of conscious media literacy makes this manipulative effect of digital platforms much stronger.

In summary, the Sölvesborg Pride event is not just a celebration of equality and diversity, but also a mirror of today's digital debate culture. Making societies more just and livable is possible not by creating scapegoats, but by focusing on real problems. The existence of the LGBTQ+ community or the living struggles of immigrants cannot be an excuse for the negatives in anyone's life. It is essential to stay away from prejudices and algorithmic polarization in order to reduce social unrest and produce realistic solutions. Individuals questioning their own anger and digging down to the true source of the problems is the first and most important step toward a healthier public debate.