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Literally cannot. The asymmetry of technology which we have allowed to grow and flourish makes it infeasible. Flock and other manifestations of this beast sends

Literally cannot. The asymmetry of technology which we have allowed to grow and flourish makes it infeasible. Flock and other manifestations of this beast sends shivers down spines and prevents any serious resistance.

Symbiote 8mo ago
You can protest or go on strike, for example. Refuse to buy from any company that supports the current administration (like Microsoft). End contracts where they exist.
- DetectDefect 8mo ago
  You can also put a bumper sticker on your car decrying world events and this would have about as much effect as your suggestions.
  - undeveloper 8mo ago
    striking is extremely tangible compared to protesting
    - DetectDefect 8mo ago
      This thread is about effectiveness, not tangibility (which ironically proves my point).
      - ChromaticPanic 8mo ago
        General strikes are extremely effective
        oenton 8mo ago
        I guess I'll be the one to say it: Having an organization that collectively bargains for the employees would be very useful right about now. I know, I know... unions can be corrupted and next thing you know, it's a legalized mob. Well, if my choice is that or "upskill myself" and "negotiate", while ignoring the inherent and overwhelming power asymmetry that exists between an employee and the employer, I'll go with the mob; at least they have my back. Yes I'm being glib, but there's also some truth to that. Almost all of the reasons or arguments I've seen from those who oppose unions are based on some myth or combination of myths, such as: - We don't need unions because we're 'well paid' (relatively speaking) - Unions only value seniority - Make it nye impossible to get rid of poor performers - Dark money comes in and corrupts the nomination process, now the CEO's buddy runs the union and you don't even know this is controlled opposition Okay I'm being facetious on that last one, but seriously. We are long, long overdue for a power shift that values the workers. Emphasis on values because that word value has been cooped to be synonymous with money, and it is anything but.
- yoyohello13 8mo ago
  Trump wants civil unrest, it allows him to justify his use of military force against the populace.

Symbiote 8mo ago

You can protest or go on strike, for example. Refuse to buy from any company that supports the current administration (like Microsoft). End contracts where they exist.

DetectDefect 8mo ago
You can also put a bumper sticker on your car decrying world events and this would have about as much effect as your suggestions.
- undeveloper 8mo ago
  striking is extremely tangible compared to protesting
  - DetectDefect 8mo ago
    This thread is about effectiveness, not tangibility (which ironically proves my point).
    - ChromaticPanic 8mo ago
      General strikes are extremely effective
      - oenton 8mo ago
        I guess I'll be the one to say it: Having an organization that collectively bargains for the employees would be very useful right about now. I know, I know... unions can be corrupted and next thing you know, it's a legalized mob. Well, if my choice is that or "upskill myself" and "negotiate", while ignoring the inherent and overwhelming power asymmetry that exists between an employee and the employer, I'll go with the mob; at least they have my back. Yes I'm being glib, but there's also some truth to that. Almost all of the reasons or arguments I've seen from those who oppose unions are based on some myth or combination of myths, such as: - We don't need unions because we're 'well paid' (relatively speaking) - Unions only value seniority - Make it nye impossible to get rid of poor performers - Dark money comes in and corrupts the nomination process, now the CEO's buddy runs the union and you don't even know this is controlled opposition Okay I'm being facetious on that last one, but seriously. We are long, long overdue for a power shift that values the workers. Emphasis on values because that word value has been cooped to be synonymous with money, and it is anything but.
yoyohello13 8mo ago
Trump wants civil unrest, it allows him to justify his use of military force against the populace.