It’s network effects mostly. I’ve managed to get a couple of people to the Fediverse, that’s been after 5 years not being on Meta or X etc.

So much of the pushback is ‘but these people are here’. I find it disappointing, we should be focused on building grass roots imo. I tuned out of politics eventually, I almost got sectioned in 2019 as I was so upset by what I saw in the political machine up close. The corruption is disgusting.

I’m not anti markets, I’m very anti the current system and I also think we need to have a society that helps people in different/vulnerable positions. Most people here are blessed they’re in good health. A lot of people don’t have that option and it’s not just because they didn’t eat steak. The world is a complex system but people want simple solutions. That’s not going to happen imo. Do what you can to make the world around you better.

So me, I’ll stay on the open internet regardless. It’s a tool for everyone!