Stopping the flow of misinformation

Editor’s note: We’re looking for a variety of young voices to contribute to “Hits Different.” If you’d like to write a commentary, send it to Managing Editor Zachary-Taylor Wright at [email protected].

“Be real, be now.”

This is a reference to a recently trending app which sends out a random notification during the day requiring that a picture immediately be taken or you lose your streak. You must quickly snap a picture of yourself and the people you’re with, then post it for others on the app to see.