[drunkenmasta]

you know what would be extremely helpful? If a reading list was put together concerning how citizens could become better at vigilance, information gathering, investigative journalism, etc. By complaining I feel like I am a spectator in matters not under my control. By learning and applying new knowledge I feel as if I am actively protecting myself and my ideals. So where would I start? Ethics? Psychology? Investigative journalism?

[atondwal]

stallman.org may not train you with all the skills you need to do investigative journalism and uncover conspiracy, but it _does_ cover the bare minimum you should do before you get started.

rms has been telling us for decades that hackers needed to get our act together politically, and it seems like this is the last "I told you so" he needs to finally get us to start looking.