Today's Disrupted Zoom Call
Today’s Zoom call was disrupted by racist hackers who invaded the chat and created noise disturbances and shouted slurs and threats. Given the times we live in, and what I write about, it’s not surprising that this happened. The point is to frighten and silence us.
It won’t work. We will not be silenced.
I am taking steps to make sure this does not happen again, from having co-hosts to other measures, and I’m reporting the incident to Zoom and the authorities. Many of you have written to express your dismay and support, and I thank you for that.
Until next time, in peace,
Ruth
I am really sorry that we got attacked like that during our weekly Zoom meeting. But after what happened last week when myself and others, particularly Dr. Hotez, were attacked on Lucid with vile anti-vax propaganda, we shouldn't be surprised they're now targeting us.
Somehow, you're going to have to create a list of subscriber names that are "safe" and "trusted" and be able to screen new applicants' names before they can be approved?
I am not deterred and my support for you Ruth and the Lucid group remains stronger than ever.
It should be no surprise that this sort of thing would happen with your expansive knowledge of authoritarian/fascist regimes/leaders and with the growing prominence of your definitive work. I know it was distressing for lots of people including myself, but we cannot let this disruption disrupt us, for we are stronger together. Thank you for your work and know that we are behind you 100%, Ruth.