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No. Sure, the likelihood doesn't seem very high, but the very fact that this case is going forward means that the floodgates are open. I think it's likely that
by gavinhoward 4y ago
No.
Sure, the likelihood doesn't seem very high, but the very fact that this case is going forward means that the floodgates are open. I think it's likely that more cases like this will be filed.
In addition, if something like this happens to me, the results will be catastrophic and out of my control. A small likelihood of a catastrophic result is enough to say no because I have a wife.
The only thing in my control is to say no completely. So I will if I have to.
I'll probably start writing fiction again if that happens.
- dsign 4y agoIf you get back to fiction, don't forget to use a pen-name. You never know when a dictator, a cult leader, or a social justice warrior on the other side of the planet will find your writing not to their image of the world, and come for you.
- gavinhoward 4y agoThat is good advice for most people. However, as much as I'm usually cautious, I cannot feel good hiding behind a pseudonym. This is personal, though; there's nothing wrong with it. But for me, I don't want to hide from the consequences of what I say even if those consequences are stupid and unjust. Hence, why you see my real name here on HN.