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On one hand the kind of people who typically use this service can go fuck themselves directly and promptly, but I'm a little concerned about just how quickly a
by QAPereo 9y ago
On one hand the kind of people who typically use this service can go fuck themselves directly and promptly, but I'm a little concerned about just how quickly an online community can be shuttered away. It seems to me that this is generally connected to the lack of recognition of the Internet as utility, which is so long overdue that we've all read a book making fun of that issue (Snow Crash).
I can't imagine that many of us are comfortable with the power being wielded right now by so few people, even if the current targets of that power are genuinely despicable.
- stri8ed 9y agoWorth noting, the app can still be run. Only it cannot be distributed through google play store.
- Zigurd 9y agoThat's true, but the importance of Play Store distribution has risen from "makes you more discoverable" to "makes you more trust-able" now that Play Store uploads are scanned for malware and have to adhere to Google policies. I have no desire to run Gab, but the effect of this decision is not only a stand against racists, it also exposes Gab users to a high chance of loading malware.
- willstrafach 9y agoPretty important distinction too. Android has built in ability to load from alternative sources and does not force folks to use the Play Store for downloads, so this developer is welcome to submit their app to an alternative store (Multiple options).
- DougN7 9y agoI find it very concerning. I'm a member of a group that has been accused of hate (mainstream religion). It's completely false, and things have to really be twisted to even pretend it, but get the right mob fired up and I'll be thrown under the bus too. And if you think you're safe, I'll bet I can find somewhere in the world where at least one of your beliefs could be attacked too. That's why due process is important, rather than mob justice.