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the freelancers and devs were the ones: (a) most independent from the government (derived their livelihood not from state) and (b) most liberal-minded and frien
by option 6y ago
the freelancers and devs were the ones: (a) most independent from the government (derived their livelihood not from state) and (b) most liberal-minded and friendly to the West.
Now, because of sanctions, they can only work for Russian government and companies.
- hintbits 6y agoThey can also move to the part of Ukraine not under the occupation. Trying to pretend it's business as usual is supporting the occupation.
- select-all 6y agoFor most of us this is not option for personal reasons. Old parents who will not move, kids going to school here, etc. Not to mention that I don't have any relatives or friends in Ukraine and moving there would require to cut all personal and business relationships.