> they can't speak to the user that blocked them To be fair, the primary effect of twitter blocking isn't to prevent the user performing the block from seeing

> they can't speak to the user that blocked them To be fair, the primary effect of twitter blocking isn't to prevent the user performing the block from seeing the person tweeting, the primary effect is preventing the blocked user from commenting on particular parts of the site-- and preventing third parties from seeing their messages. Reddit recently switched to this model too: if you block someone they can't comment in threads where you've participated unless they're a moderator. I understand why-- just blinding yourself to someone harassing you just lets them defame you unchallenged. But a block function that mutes people is vulnerable to abuse. > If someone posts instructions on how to make explosives using common household items, is it censorship to ban that person god forbid anyone get access to information available for free in every public library in the US, or with 30 seconds searching online.