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You're right to some extent, except in cases where the data is easily verifiable by a third party. I also think you're right that anonymity is of limited use f
by api 11y ago
You're right to some extent, except in cases where the data is easily verifiable by a third party.
I also think you're right that anonymity is of limited use for deeper reasons: it doesn't inspire, and it shows a lack of courage. Real change happens when people publicly stand up against power -- at risk to themselves, their livelihoods, their friends, and their families. Real change requires the will to put yourself in harm's way, but that will is precisely what inspires others to do the same and actually gets the ball rolling. A bunch of anonymous trolls will never inspire resistance even if they're right because they are not taking a leadership role.
Unfortunate that you're getting disagreement-downvoted for making a valid criticism.
- sarc 11y agoThe answer is counter-intuitive. It's interesting, so hopefully the author will go into detail.
- lisper 11y ago> except in cases where the data is easily verifiable by a third party If you have access to a trusted third party willing to verify the claim, then the anonymous source doesn't add a whole lot of value. > Unfortunate that you're getting disagreement-downvoted for making a valid criticism. Speaking truth to power (and mobs have power) is never easy.