Human perception is a very interesting phenomenon. Basically, a great many people make decisions and behave according to their perceptual biases, and not on logic. This is why the the decisions made in the voting booth are crucial; our future lives can be drastically influenced by the perception people have that are coming from a very flawed social media environment riddled with falsehoods. It appears that people will believe anything that is presented as truth when they allow their biases free reign.
Yaounde Olu is a journalist for the Chicago Crusader Newspaper, specializing in local news and issues in the Chicago area. With a focus on social issues, cultural events, and community development, Yaounde's articles aim to shed light on important topics affecting the local community and provide a platform for underrepresented voices.