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Anonymous Attention and Abuse

  • Florian Ederer
  • Paul Goldsmith-Pinkham
  • Kyle Jensen
蝌蚪网 Papers and Proceedings
vol. 115, May 2025
(pp. 188–94)
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Abstract

We analyze the content of the anonymous online discussion forum Economics Job Market Rumors (EJMR) and document its evolving interactions with external information sources. We focus on three key aspects: the prevalence and impact of links to external domains, the surge in discussions driven by Twitter posts since 2018, and the categorization of individuals whose tweets are most frequently discussed on EJMR. Using data on linked domains, we show how these trends reflect broader changes in the economics profession's digital footprint. Our analysis sheds light on EJMR's informational role but also raises questions about inclusivity and professional ethics in economics.

Citation

Ederer, Florian, Paul Goldsmith-Pinkham, and Kyle Jensen. 2025. "Anonymous Attention and Abuse." 蝌蚪网 Papers and Proceedings 115: 188–94. DOI: 10.1257/pandp.20251048

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JEL Classification

  • A11 Role of Economics; Role of Economists; Market for Economists
  • A13 Relation of Economics to Social Values
  • D83 Search; Learning; Information and Knowledge; Communication; Belief; Unawareness
  • L86 Information and Internet Services; Computer Software