Yes, the Fediverse should be for everyone.
It should not exist as a country club for nerds.
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If people, who are (or seem) incapable of undertaking a little research, they may find we reciprocate in a way that suggests they should at least read something first or provide evidence to their statement. So rather than being elitist, we are trying to help, if they can't then think and adapt, then they are less welcome.
if someone posts something that is say anti-vaccine, or anti science and you they be either ignored or asked to provide evidence. If people ask a question and the science source is just wrong, we can help them find a better source,
Important skills for 2023 and beyond will be critical thinking and adaptability.
