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Anonymous Attention and Abuse

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  • Florian Ederer
  • Paul Goldsmith-Pinkham
  • Kyle Jensen

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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.

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  • Florian Ederer & Paul Goldsmith-Pinkham & Kyle Jensen, 2025. "Anonymous Attention and Abuse," AEA Papers and Proceedings, American Economic Association, vol. 115, pages 188-194, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:aea:apandp:v:115:y:2025:p:188-94
    DOI: 10.1257/pandp.20251048
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    JEL classification:

    • A11 - General Economics and Teaching - - General Economics - - - Role of Economics; Role of Economists
    • A13 - General Economics and Teaching - - General Economics - - - Relation of Economics to Social Values
    • D83 - Microeconomics - - Information, Knowledge, and Uncertainty - - - Search; Learning; Information and Knowledge; Communication; Belief; Unawareness
    • L86 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Services - - - Information and Internet Services; Computer Software

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