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Re:Age verification is just a precursor to automated attribu... by jay_kyburz on Monday June 29, 2026 @01:48AM (#48715313)
I've been posting under my real name for over 20 years because this was always going to be the case. Using my real name is a constant reminder to not to post things I might later regret.
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Re:Age verification is just a precursor to automated attribu... by jay_kyburz on Monday June 29, 2026 @04:05AM (#48716222)
sigh, another typo on my permanent record.
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Re:Age verification is just a precursor to automated attribu... by kgwxd on Monday June 29, 2026 @07:11AM (#48717678)
For interpersonal discussion, it's a great way to keep yourself in check. For activism and journalism, that's exactly what "they" want from you. They'd rather you self censor, and live in fear of even just criticizing them by utilizing you own good reputation.
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