X González became a leading voice in digital activism following the 2018 Parkland school shooting, demonstrating how young activists use social media for political change.

Digital Activism

Immediate Response (2018) Gained national attention through powerful social media posts and speeches following the Parkland shooting.

Movement Building (2018-2020) Co-founded March for Our Lives and used digital platforms to organize nationwide protests and advocacy campaigns.

Sustained Advocacy (2020-Present) Continued using social media for gun control advocacy while transitioning from student to adult activist.

Social Media Impact

González’s digital influence includes:

• Viral speeches and social media posts that mobilized youth activism
• Use of Twitter and Instagram for real-time political commentary
• Integration of personal story with broader political messaging
• Demonstration of how young people can gain political influence through digital platforms

Activism Style

• Direct, emotional communication style
• Personal storytelling combined with policy advocacy
• Cross-platform organizing and mobilization
• Youth-focused messaging and organizing

Her prominence illustrated how social media enables young activists to rapidly gain national political influence and organize large-scale movements.