Algorithmic Pluralism

• [[pull]] [[algorithms]] [[feed]]
• [[push]] [[choice]]

Algorithmic Pluralism is the right to choose the algorithm that curates your view of the world.

The Problem

On platforms like [[Twitter]], [[TikTok]], or [[Facebook]], there is one "Feed". It is a black box optimized for engagement (and often outrage). You cannot change it; you can only submit to it.

The Agora Solution

In the [[Agora]], because data is decoupled from the view layer:

• We can have multiple "Feed Algorithms".
• Algorithm A: "Show me notes from my friends sorted by date."
• Algorithm B: "Show me notes that disagree with my current worldview (Agonistic Discovery)."
• Algorithm C: "Show me random connections (Serendipity)."

User Agency

The user should be able to toggle these algorithms as easily as changing a CSS theme. This prevents the "Reality Tunnel" effect of monolithic social media.