You are quite right about the dangers of propaganda in the time of AI and social media which is not only easily accessible but also addictive. I've observed people around me being misled despite their best intentions and above average abilities.

I also agree that we can't go back to the old status quo but we don't have to - it probably wasn't the right thing to do if it led to the current state of affairs.

I think, there's still a chance for positive change, not going back but forward. I'm not saying it's going to be easy but the implication of giving up warrant the pursuit of that chance no matter how small.