Christina de Castell: Libraries can help people connect and learn how to cut through misinformation

We are living in a time of deep societal divisions while wanting to feel connected with each other. Our digital world has made it easier than ever to communicate with others across the globe and allow us to share our perspectives and personalities. Our connected world also requires us to take responsibility for what we write and read.
Social media has the potential to bring us together, and in so many ways it does, keeping us in touch with family, connecting us with those whose interests or expe