[ NNSquad ] "UK Guardian Observer" article against Internet anonymity

[Lauren Weinstein <lauren@vortex.com>]

"UK Guardian Observer" article against Internet anonymity
http://j.mp/p5Lz0O  (This message on Google+)

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http://j.mp/oMqueZ  (Guardian/Observer article)

   "Though there are repressive regimes when anonymity is a prerequisite
    of freedom, and occasions in democracies when anonymity must be
    preserved, it is clear when those reservations might apply.
    Generally, though, who should be afraid to stand up and put their
    name to their words? And why should anyone listen if they don't?"
 
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I've discussed the complexity of these issues many times of course,
but for reference regarding my take on this specifically in
relation to Google+, please see: "Google+'s 'Identity' Controversy: No
Easy Answers": 
http://j.mp/ny8XFd  (Lauren's Blog)

and:

"Google+, Privacy, and Balancing Identity":
http://j.mp/qhfelo  (Lauren's Blog)

--Lauren--
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