this post was submitted on 13 Jan 2024
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I agree if people can't discuss something in public they'll only do so in private. With a small group. Creating an echo chamber. Contrary opinions will result in ostracization. This will eventually lead to a slow radicalization of the remaining group. They may not be as large but they'll be much more zealous in their beliefs.
Small and zealous is far easier for authorities to deal with than numerous and spreading...