I think the most depressing thing is actively watching people cheer for Palpatine, either because they actively want it, or because they are so far in the sunk cost they can't get out, or maybe even simple ignorance. In the end, it all accomplishes the same thing.

Just actively watched TikTok get shut down. Social media platforms come and go, but seeing it happen like a plug being pulled from the wall as opposed to a slow, creeping death is surreal.