I have been thinking about this topic for a while and I thought it was time to put it down into words. Those of us in the crypto-sphere have been running away from the mainstream cool-aid for a while now. For those of you who are unfamiliar with that euphemism; it basically means we don't wish to drink up the propaganda put out and controlled by mainstream media. We happened upon places like Steemit because we believe in not being silenced; where freedom of speech is preserved. This is certainly a challenge to big media outlets who wish to push their own agenda rather than non-biased discussion. Youtube, twitter, facebook.. they are all cutting down narratives that do not fit their own globalists agenda.
The final push for me to write this blog has to do with the tragic shootings in Pittsburgh. White nationalism / Jew hatred was the motive, this crazed man opinions (may his name be erased) were posted on Gab.com. In response to the shootings, Paypal pulled its participation as well as the hosting provider. Gab.com has found another host, but is certainly under the radar for hatred. Similar places that I love to get my own propaganda from is Zerohedge. I like to read opinion pieces that are not directly under the MSM, but If you happened upon the comments section (where I read the most), many of the comments are just as toxic and full of hatred similar to Gab.com. Perhaps it's just a matter of time before Zerohedge has a crazed shooter who posted on their site as well. Perhaps the Pittsburgh shooter WAS posting on Zerohedge. Zerohedge should raise an eyebrow after what has just happened.
There is no debate whether or not the murderer in Pittsburgh was a piece of shit. He deserves the death penalty clear and simple. It's even harder to believed that one of the elderly victims suffered in the holocaust. This simply proves that nobody is safe, and hatred is flourishing as it has in the past. With that being said, the question now is if websites who provide a forum for such hatred should be be de-funded and silenced (due to a few crazed human beings). Perhaps it's akin to the gun debate. Do gun's kill people? Or do people kill people?
Where does free speech begin, and where does it end? I personally do not bother confronting anti-Jewish sentiment because it is just as fruitless as debating with snow-flake liberals. It's very hard to convince anyone of facts when their irrational hatred takes control of them. Facts be damned when there is idealism. So the question is, should these maniacs be allowed to say whatever they want on these forums? Isn't that part of free speech? In my personal opinion words can be very dangerous. If you tell a lie thousands of times, people begin to believe it. This is whether it is written or not.
Not only do words conceive action, but certain hate websites and forums are a place for tribalism. After all, sometimes we like to speak to the choir; and if there is no choir a forum gets is created for everyone to congregate and voice similar views. This in itself is a form of centralization. As much as we hate to admit it (especially anarchists), human beings group together under many different banners. As much as we like to believe we are individuals, society functions within conglomerates and tribes. Even Sovereign nations are centralized.
Perhaps some forums do require some moderation as vitriol and hatred can be so bad that it can turn into masses with pitch forks. Then again, evil dictators who deserve the masses with pitch forks can be produced from similar forums. It's a double edged sword. Without good there cannot be evil. Without Falsehood there cannot be truth. The battle ground is here on earth, and staying silent is sometimes worse than not saying a word. If haters wish to out themselves, so be-it. Let them become a target for law-enforcement and good citizens who report them. Sometimes law enforcement can be used for good. Sure many of us hate the Police, but unfortunately they are required at times.
Silence is never the answer, but sometimes, sometimes action is required if you feel the life of any person is endangered. Saying you hate a certain group online is not akin to killing, but it is definitely a starting point. If there is no internal moderation, eventually sites may be shut down. This all boils down to personal and hosting responsibility. Just like Steemit would be responsible for posting Pedophilia, it could become responsible for hatred that goes unchecked. This is a reality of life. You can say what you want, but there could still be consequences. If you moderate properly, you could save your forum.
