@PattyHankins@thedanielsgenealogy@AncestryRoads I am fine with people using whatever platform suits them. I wish the #genealogy community was more active here. I don't use Facebook much these days---but it still is the easiest for me with groups with genealogical focus. I left the #deadbirdsite which I did very much like before #musk took over. I would rather have a smaller audience that is peaceful, kind and not monetized and exploitative. I am happy to make a small contribution each month to help my instance. I am just not interested in more time sucks exploiting me. The lack of algorithms, ads and the democracy here suits me. #genedons@genealogy
I couldn't agree more with all your points. I am still weaning myself off of the #deadbirdsite but finding the community here is growing. It's slow growth but hopefully we can convince more to join us in this kinder social media.
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