> Those are pretty strong words > joining in the hatred hive mind fostered by the media?

Pretty strong words on your part as well, but whatever, I'll answer. No, I decided a while back that if I ever need a ride, it won't be in an Uber car. This decision was based not only on what's in the regular media, but from reading personal experiences of riders and drivers in forums like this and larger media like Facebook and Twitter. I've read a few good, positive things about Uber in the past few years, but as a whole I consider them to be hostile and extremely slimy.

Simply put, I formed an opinion, as is my right, and it's a strong opinion so I use strong words to convey it.