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Oh, 2022 (antipope.org)

709 points by elkos · 1713 days ago · 538 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses the author's predictions for the future, including the ongoing impact of COVID-19, advancements in technology, and potential environmental and political changes. The author notes that about 20% of future developments are unpredictable and mentions several recent unexpected events. The article also touches on the author's personal experiences with online interactions and blocking people on Twitter. The author's predictions for 2031 include significant advancements in vaccine technology, space exploration, and potential economic and environmental challenges.

Main themes

  • Future predictions
  • COVID-19
  • Technology advancements
  • Online interactions
  • Twitter blocking
  • Social media moderation
  • Environmental challenges
  • Economic changes

What commenters say

  • Blocking people on Twitter can be a useful tool for managing online interactions and avoiding pointless arguments.
  • Some people believe that blocking is too aggressive and that muting would be a more appropriate response.
  • Others argue that blocking is necessary to maintain a high-quality conversation and to prevent trolls and harassment.
  • There is a debate about whether Twitter's blocking feature is effective, with some arguing that it is easy to bypass and others seeing it as a necessary tool for public figures.
  • The conversation also touches on the idea that online interactions can be dehumanizing and that Twitter's system is flawed.
  • Some commenters believe that people should be more open to corrections and feedback, while others think that it is not worth engaging with strangers online.
  • The importance of curating one's online experience and avoiding toxic interactions is also discussed.
  • The idea that people have a right to be heard and to participate in online conversations is challenged by the reality of online harassment and the need for moderation.