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IBM is Importing/Exporting Corporations' Regime of Censorship (Hiding the Wrongdoing) to Free Software Communities: Is IBM protecting criminals in the name of "manners"?
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Gemini Links 13/06/2026: World Cups and 做人: Links for the day
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Gemini Links 12/06/2026: Decks and Work Essay: Links for the day
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Gemini Links 11/06/2026: Programmable Systems and Slop "is Coming for Your Serifs": Links for the day
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IRC Proceedings: Wednesday, June 10, 2026: IRC logs for Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Links 11/06/2026: LF Openwashing of Slop and "Azerbaijan Bans TikTok and Other Social Media Apps in School": Links for the day
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