I liken using Facebook to being a scab or crossing a picket line.there is a BOYCOTT.

[Blecht]

80. My reply before I go read the responses to your OP

The denial is strong, even for people who are otherwise progressive. They ignore the published research that clearly demonstrates that Facebook is the most dangerous social media platform of all.

You will be scoffed at and told you are crazy, that Facebook is harmless fun. You will be bombarded with dozens of strawman arguments. You will be told:

"I use it for family news and cat pictures."
"But I don't click on anything, so I'm not supporting them. I just look at my nieces and nephews photos!"
"I guess all the Mah Jongg Lady pages are full of people who support white nationalism. Come on."
"My local Democratic party headquarters has an account!"
"I'm on FB and will continue to be. I don't support white nationalism. That is all."
"Did you turn on a light today? You are endangering the planet!!!"
"Bullshit. Like if you take any transportation using hydrocarbons you are contributing to climate change. Or if you use electricity powered by fossil fuel, your are a climate change denier. Or if you buy food packaged in plastic you are destroying the planet."
"I'll continue to keep up with family and friends there. Your moral preening notwithstanding."


All social media is harmful in a way. DU is a form of social media -- I love it, but we should admit it has its problems. Twitter is bad in many, many ways. But Facebook is actively putting all of its power behind electing Donald J. Trump to a second term, and having an account is supporting that goal no matter how you use it.

Please don't give up trying to spread the word. Many of those in denial are, deep down, critical thinkers, and maybe, just maybe, they will look at the facts and delete their fucking account.