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AndroidMark @marksheekey.bsky.social

Perhaps setting up was the wrong phrase. But certainly using that demographic for the extra publicity. Certainly wouldnt have been as effective if it had been mainly scruffy young people. (ie the stereotype activist)

aug 29, 2025, 3:03 pm • 0 0

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Alan Jewitt @fatgeordie.bsky.social

I see what you mean. However I'd argue that they are self-selecting, given the horrendous consequences of an arrest, never mind a conviction. If they don't need to apply for a job, run a business or travel freely, they may feel more able to accept the consequences.

aug 29, 2025, 3:19 pm • 2 0 • view
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Alan Jewitt @fatgeordie.bsky.social

As mentioned I am a pensioner, but I run a business and employ people. Confiscation of my devices, and potentially the freezing of bank accounts would be disastrous for me an my staff.

aug 29, 2025, 3:19 pm • 1 0 • view
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AndroidMark @marksheekey.bsky.social

Fair points.

aug 29, 2025, 3:21 pm • 1 0 • view