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Re:What could happen if you refuse to unlock your phone at t... by Forbo on Thursday February 16, 2017 @10:32AM (#13660633)
Yes, I love giving in to chilling effects that modify my behavior out of fear of consequences!

Or perhaps a government shouldn't be party to my social life?

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Re:What could happen if you refuse to unlock your phone at t... by gravypod on Thursday February 16, 2017 @02:39PM (#13662886)
> chilling effects that modify my behavior

I never modified my behavior. I just don't like the layout/UX of facebook/twitter.

> out of fear of consequences

This isn't being done for any specific reason, it's just a side effect of my dislike of their UI, management, and moderation.

> Or perhaps a government shouldn't be party to my social life?

If I'm texting, the government has it. I don't know what you are on about.

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Re:What could happen if you refuse to unlock your phone at t... by mirimir on Thursday February 16, 2017 @10:42AM (#13660745)
I don't like it either. But it's irresponsible to counsel people in ways that set them up for suffering. Protesting should be a conscious choice.
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