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by colinmegill 1669 days ago
Yes, there is an alternate method implemented, which those using the software do use: https://compdemocracy.org/xid/

Full breakdown on identity: https://compdemocracy.org/Identity/

The motivation for the inclusion of social platforms was multifaceted, and included:

1. ideas of portable reputation (follower counts / verified / real id) 2. showing how others you follow on twitter voted, visually 3. showing known people, like politicians, voting relative to others.

In the end, the platform is happy to know as little as possible. So, xid