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I generally agree with Stallman here, in that people should be allowed to use pseudonyms, but I often wonder if the pseudonymity that places like Twitter, reddi
by dopu 10y ago
I generally agree with Stallman here, in that people should be allowed to use pseudonyms, but I often wonder if the pseudonymity that places like Twitter, reddit et al. provide just serves to facilitate widespread abuse and harassment. Online harassment is a pretty big problem, especially against women. [0]
[0]: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/mar/08/online-harassment-of-women-at-risk-of-becoming-established-norm-study https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/mar/08/online-...
- ffggvv 10y agoYou can hide online. I'm more worried about offline abuse (losing job, being persecuted, being beaten, etc.). Yes online harassment is a BIG problem but forcing to reveal your identity may not be the best solution.