{"id":2128045,"date":"2023-12-18T12:41:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-18T17:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/content-creators-blasted-for-profiting-off-of-philadelphias-tranq-tourism\/"},"modified":"2023-12-18T12:43:30","modified_gmt":"2023-12-18T17:43:30","slug":"content-creators-blasted-for-profiting-off-of-philadelphias-tranq-tourism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/content-creators-blasted-for-profiting-off-of-philadelphias-tranq-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"Critics slam content creators profiting from Philadelphia&#8217;s &#8216;tranq tourism"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fcontent-creators-blasted-for-profiting-off-of-philadelphias-tranq-tourism%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2128045&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Social\u2063 Media Exploitation of Philadelphia Community Sparks Outrage<\/h2>\n<p>Social media creators\u2062 are facing backlash for their controversial content that exploits a neglected community in Philadelphia, capturing residents while they are under the influence of \u2063a powerful sedative known as &#8220;tranq.&#8221; This disturbing trend has been dubbed &#8220;tranq tourism.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Exploitative Videos \u200dHighlighting \u2063the Gruesome Effects of &#8220;Tranq&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>YouTube and TikTok creators venture into the area of Kensington, filming individuals lying on the ground or zooming in to showcase the horrifying impact of\u200c the\u200d drug, which includes flesh-eating wounds. &#8220;Tranq&#8221; is typically converted into a powder form, often mixed with \u200billicit substances, and \u2064authorities warn that it can be found in\u2062 the cocaine trade or laced with fentanyl.<\/p>\n<p>The drug&#8217;s gruesome effects have earned it the nickname &#8220;zombie drug,&#8221; with reports of users requiring amputations due to its disfiguring nature. Shockingly, \u200bsocial media videos refer to these individuals as &#8220;zombies,&#8221; &#8220;junkies,&#8221; or even &#8220;fiends.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Controversy \u200cSurrounding &#8220;Tranq Tourism&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>Opponents argue that this form of content creation exploits the vulnerabilities of the community. Dr. Geri-Lynn Utter, a clinical psychologist, expresses concern, \u2064stating, &#8220;These videos don&#8217;t evoke empathy; instead, they portray these people as animals in a zoo \u2063rather than individuals in need of\u200c help. It&#8217;s become highly exploitative, with people from all over Europe and the U.S. flocking to the area, shoving their phones\u2062 or cameras in people&#8217;s faces. This is\u2062 detrimental because it offers no assistance.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Dr. \u200bUtter further emphasizes the dehumanizing aspect of these videos, highlighting that the individuals filmed are not in the right state of mind\u2062 to provide consent or participate in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/what-do-we-do-now-asks-biden-after-finishing-speech\/\" title=\"\u201cWhat Do We Do Now?\u201d Asks Biden After Finishing Speech\">social media clips<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>The Accessibility\u200b and Proliferation of \u200d&#8221;Tranq&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>As a drug, &#8220;tranq&#8221; is relatively inexpensive,\u200c with a kilogram of powder available for approximately $6 when purchased online from China, according to\u200b the Drug Enforcement Agency. The epidemic in Kensington \u200chas attracted\u2062 at least 150 channels dedicated \u2063to covering the issue, with many videos garnering millions of views on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-new-acting-attorney-general-jeff-rosen-recently-wrote-an-essay-on-foreign-influence-in-us-elections-this-tells-us-a-little-about-his-knowledge-of-whats-going-on-today\/\" title=\"The New Acting Attorney General Jeff Rosen Recently Wrote an Essay on Foreign Influence in US Elections \u2013 This Tells Us A Little About His Knowledge of What\u2019s Going On Today\">social media platforms<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, numerous channels fail to blur the faces of the &#8220;#Kenzingtonzombies,&#8221; \u200bfurther exacerbating\u200c the exploitation.<\/p>\n<h3>Humanizing the Victims and Raising Awareness<\/h3>\n<p>One \u2064video, posted by\u2064 &#8220;Addiction After Dark,&#8221; received over 1.5 million views and features a woman rocking back and forth while \u200cunder the influence of &#8220;tranq.&#8221; In the video, she pleads for\u2063 respect, stating, &#8220;I&#8217;m \u200csorry, please give me a moment.&#8221; The video caption emphasizes that she is not crazy but rather battling a disease. It urges viewers to spread awareness and stay informed about addiction as a treatable illness.<\/p>\n<p>It is crucial to address this issue responsibly and with empathy, ensuring that the focus remains on\u2062 helping \u200dthose in need rather than \u2064exploiting their struggles for entertainment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here to \u200bread more from The Washington Examiner.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does the exploitation of vulnerable individuals in &#8220;tranq tourism&#8221;\u2064 videos perpetuate harmful\u2064 stereotypes about addiction and homelessness?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Osses the line \u200bbetween entertainment \u200cand exploitation. By showcasing vulnerable individuals in a state\u200d of distress, content creators are effectively\u200d profiting off the suffering of others. These videos not only perpetuate harmful stereotypes about addiction and homelessness but also dehumanize the very people\u200b they claim to be helping.<\/p>\n<p>Many residents\u2062 of Kensington, already struggling with poverty, addiction, and lack of access \u2064to basic necessities, feel betrayed by the invasion of their privacy\u200c and the\u200d mockery they endure in these videos. The exploitation of their pain for the\u200c amusement of \u200bonline viewers only\u2062 adds to \u200ctheir marginalization and amplifies the negative stigma surrounding their community.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the practice of glamorizing and sensationalizing addiction \u2064and\u2062 its consequences sends a\u2063 dangerous \u200bmessage to impressionable viewers. Instead of offering\u200d support and resources to those in need, \u200bthese videos perpetuate a culture of voyeurism, where addiction is reduced to a form of entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>The Philadelphia community has been vocal in expressing their outrage over &#8220;tranq tourism&#8221; and has demanded that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/judge-compares-biden-admins-social-media-censorship-to-mafia-style-tactics-as-biden-lawyers-claim-no-proof-of-coercion\/\" title=\"Judge likens Biden administration's social media censorship to mafia tactics; Biden lawyers deny coercion evidence.\">social \u2064media platforms<\/a> take action. While some \u2063creators argue\u200d that they are raising awareness about the severity of addiction and the need for better resources, the \u200bmanner in which they do so is highly questionable. Exploiting vulnerable individuals without their consent and for personal gain is never an ethical \u2064approach.<\/p>\n<p>Social media platforms must prioritize the well-being and dignity of their users. They should enforce stricter guidelines regarding content that exploits vulnerable communities, such as the usage of &#8220;tranq&#8221; videos. Additionally, creators who engage in \u200csuch practices should be held\u2064 accountable for their actions and face appropriate consequences.<\/p>\n<p>It is essential to remember that behind\u2062 every video or image, there are real \u2062people with real struggles. It is our\u200d responsibility as \u200ca society to treat them with respect, empathy, and compassion. Rather than\u200d seeking entertainment at their \u2064expense, we should focus on understanding the root causes of \u200baddiction and addressing them through comprehensive support systems and harm reduction strategies.<\/p>\n<p>In \u2064conclusion, the social media exploitation of the Philadelphia community, specifically \u200cthrough the phenomenon of &#8220;tranq tourism,&#8221; is a disturbing trend that warrants outrage and action. It \u2063is crucial for content creators and social media platforms to recognize \u2064the damaging effects of such content and take the necessary steps to\u200c ensure the well-being and \u200ddignity \u200dof marginalized communities. Only through collective\u2064 efforts can we promote a more compassionate and \u200cinclusive society for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creators on social media are facing criticism for exploiting a neglected Philadelphia community, capturing footage of its residents under the influence for their content. This type of content, known as &#8220;tranq tourism,&#8221; showcases the transient population in Kensington consuming the potent sedative &#8220;tranq.&#8221; The White House highlights the influential impact of Bidenomics in a year-end memo<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2128046,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2128045","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2128045","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2128045"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2128045\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2128046"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2128045"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2128045"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2128045"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}