[feanaro]

I think your proclamation of it all being futile is a bit premature and can be disheartening for those that do want to act. It may even play a part in negative change, leading to some people dropping their original intention because you successfully convinced them that nothing can possibly change.

Yet, I'm not convinced that you can reasonably know this. So if we can all agree that what's happening here with Apple is a bad thing, perhaps it's for the best to refrain from posting pessimistic takes?

All actions have consequences, even posting to a message board. I think it is wise to formulate an intended consequence in mind before you act.

[hnlmorg]

The irony here is while arguing that we should fight for our freedoms you are suggesting I shouldn't exercise one of my freedoms.

I do get your point, honestly I do, but you can't have it both ways.

[feanaro]

I do want to emphasize that this wasn't a "you can't do that" type of thing, though. You absolutely have the freedom to do it.

My comment was meant more in a "Do you really want to, given that this might have an effect that we both deem negative?" kind of way.