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> If anyone can solve this problem, it is us

We've literally created this problem by making industrial-scale stalking profitable and socially-acceptable. We've created an entire self-sustaining industry that spies on everyone, is not accountable and that the government can just ask for data when needed.

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Yes, but I don't think most people realized that they were doing it. Now we have a better idea. We can turn things around. You can just decide to not cut corners to do things fast and do things right. We talk left and right about enshitification, but let's be honest, it usually doesn't take significantly longer to do things the right way. In fact, I'd argue that generally you'll get things done quicker, but maybe not in the 2 week sprint timeframe.

Sounds like you're searching for a cultural or political evolution, not a technological one.

That's what influences the people who sign our paychecks.

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