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what would you presume would be an effective way to address the situation? have tried just about everything

I can't presume anything, but from my limited perspective, what might work better is connecting with someone that you can talk with in person.

Re your other comment: I am sure it is a serious issue, although I don't understand it. It's just not an issue that can be solved through internet forum threads like HN.

now you just communication channel shaming. what's wrong with internet forums? do you act on them principally different than in person? you should try to understand it - it's very serious. capitalism and democracy is at stake

I'm very sorry, but we can't have you continuing to post comments like https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48204766. It's not good for the community and it's not in your interest, so I've banned this account for the time being. Hopefully things will get better and we can unban it at some point.

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