Ok, wow. Sharing ignore lists: 0. I try not to ignore anyone, really. I may not like or agree with someone, but everyone once in a while, they have good ideas or an intriguing thought that might spark a question or require further insight. True, a few of you are conspiracy nuts or rile things up on flimsy grounds, but sometimes further positive research is generated.
I think I'm on 5 or 6 people's lists that have posted here, probably another 20 or so, conservatively. Yes, a heads-up would be nice, but a general blue falcon approach also let's me know I screwed a pooch.
I mean, if I had found an article from CNN I would've shared this one instead despite the fact they occasionally spread conspiracy theories as well, but for some reason they don't seem to be interested in this story
Newly released documents showed the CDC planned to use phone location data to monitor schools and churches, and wanted to use the data for many non-COVID-19 purposes, too.
www.vice.com
Here's the outlet that broke it through a FOI act, is it now worth checking out?
I don't see that as different from John Oliver buying the data on Washington, DC. It seems useful to study human behavior during a major outbreak, as 3rd world countries seem to do a lot better than 1st world ones due to interconnection. I see the US population as rampant "me not thee" entitlement that is likely to end the human race. Yes, talking global warming amongst other things. We generally lack the common sense of other places, overall.
No you're not on the list! You are fine! Most of the people that are, are kinda related to my pet peeves to be honest. XD or the creepy spammer dude with 20+alts.
From what I understand it was a software thing that is out of their control. It was a part of the update after we had that long outage if I remember right. I can definitely understand the awkwardness of informing someone you've blocked them. XD but if I also remember THAT part right you can just report and they'll be the bearer of bad news on your behalf.
I am on the ignore list, I think. But I don't think it's the "I pushed the button, go away harpy" one. Just "wtf, witch" one.
If someone wants to know if someone is blocking them, it's really simple: read the responses without being a self-absorbed narcissist. If it is a response to you, congrats. If it seems a response to someone else, you're ignored.
Or you could, I don't know, do something revolutionary - and, again, I don't know- be respectful of them and their opinion even if it's completely insane. Again, may find a chance nugget of gold. catch more flies with honey than vinegar.
