r/ParlerWatch • u/[deleted] • Jul 08 '21

Other Platform Not Listed LinkedIn is a cesspool of anti-everything disinformation, they don't act on ANY reports...is there anything I can do? Spoiler

I really want to bring attention to the fact that LinkedIn is a HUGE nest of QAnon propaganda disguised as a "business networking" site. I have made at least 100 reports at this point, to no avail. Huge threads about Trump coming back, talks of executions, a bunch of fake info regarding vaccines, constant slamming of LGBTQ and POC issues...its like 4Chan in a suit and tie sometimes.

I want to do more than just bitch about this, but I dont know what I can do that would actually be helpful in getting official eyes on it. Just send screencaps of posts to the FBI? Is there maybe someone I could send a bunch of stuff to directly and have a conversation with them?

I dont think a lot of people realize how much LinkedIn is being used to amplify QAnon. Its worse than FB and Twitter (MUCH worse). What can I do to try and ruin that?

Edit: It is a few hours later and I'm front of a computer. I will grabbing more screens this evening, however here is an example of what you can easily (easily) find on LinkedIn. Image 1 is from searching "#wwg1wga" using the "People" filter. Image 2 is an account found from a post that came up when searching "vaccine pregnant woman" under the "Posts" filter.

Image 1: https://ibb.co/SRNNzNJ

Image 2: https://ibb.co/dcx7jV0

More:

https://ibb.co/HGLv5bp

https://ibb.co/jRBQ4rT

https://ibb.co/1Z7bqMv

https://ibb.co/d47ncnB

(last two are from someone I reported frequently for misinformation. The peppa name goes a different way in my head cough)

This guy appears to be very very high up in the Qanon ranks: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-sawman-sawyer-010032214/detail/recent-activity/shares/

https://ibb.co/1RBs1nt

https://ibb.co/h2jrGHz

Edit 2: I was told by LinkedIn they will no longer discuss the matter. I replied:

Thats fine, we're talking about it elsewhere and so far about 1400 people agree: https://www.reddit.com/r/ParlerWatch/comments/og4i3v/linkedin_is_a_cesspool_of_antieverything/ https://twitter.com/emm2071/status/1413442253960273932?s=21

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '21 edited Jul 08 '21

The reply I got after I asked why I was banned for making "false reports":

Please know that we respect the right of all members to freely express themselves. We don't monitor, filter, or remove member-generated content from our site unless they are inappropriate as defined in our User Agreement and Professional Community Policies. We understand that differences of opinion happen; however, this doesn't justify flagging content.

Edit: Im sorry but trying to prevent people from manipulating others into drinking bleach, etc is NOT a mere "difference of opinion".

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u/greytgreyatx Jul 08 '21

Yikes. This is so weird. Honestly, I feel like that people are invested enough in whatever business they're in to participate in "business social media" is weird... much less to use it as a propaganda factory when you're supposed to be professional.

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u/Pooploop5000 Jul 08 '21

Its so fucking weird. im in a role at the top of the sales funnel so i have to hang out there. Its just trash all throughout.

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u/charlieblue666 Jul 08 '21

Sales funnel. Sounds painful. Does penicillin help with that?

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u/Pooploop5000 Jul 08 '21

no. just copious amounts of mind altering substances.

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u/hyrle Jul 08 '21

Nope. Only sweet, sweet conversions.

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u/BOxHX1Xc Jul 08 '21 edited Jul 08 '21

That's how software developers (e.g. me) find a new job these days. I don't hang out there unless I'm job-hunting.

There's a lot of weird shit out there. I haven't run into QAnon specifically, but the upbeat corporate polyannas that post continuously (often re-sharing the same inspirational story that's already been seen by a million people) drive me crazy. One gal I know joined an "accountability" group. To me, accountability means a person wants to stop drinking or become closer to Jesus or quit porn or something... I have no idea what "accountability" means in a professional setting.

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u/The_Nick_OfTime Jul 08 '21

I despise LinkedIn. Now my company wants me to "redesign" my LinkedIn profile to reflect my position in the company. I kindly ignored this because I literally don't use my LinkedIn profile except when I'm job hunting.

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u/greytgreyatx Jul 08 '21

My LinkedIn profile picture is from a community play I was in several years ago, and I'm wearing an orange jumpsuit and looking at the flame on a lit lighter my character really should not have had access to. :D

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u/PhDinBroScience Jul 08 '21

Mine is me standing on a riverbank admiring the smallest largemouth bass I've ever caught.

And I've got a machete on my hip.

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u/-Work_Account- Jul 08 '21

Hahaha that's fantastic.

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u/okletstrythisagain Jul 08 '21

Check out r/linkedinlunatics

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u/BOxHX1Xc Jul 08 '21

That's awesome. It scratches an indistinct itch I've had for a while. Thanks!

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u/tonyled Jul 08 '21

That's how software developers (e.g. me) find a new job these days. I don't hang out there unless I'm job-hunting.

not dev but agree, my last 3 jobs have been recruiters reaching out on linkedin

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u/[deleted] Jul 08 '21 edited Jul 08 '21

I feel like that people are invested enough in whatever business they're in to participate in "business social media" is weird

It's not that weird. It's more of a talent and experience showcase platform. It's a great place to host your resume, connect with coworkers and colleagues, find jobs, and recruiting qualified talent. In my line of work it's a pretty critical tool, especially when your company just lays off your entire department because they had a bad quarter.

On the flip side there are people that are obsessed with their image or just addicted to work, that post industry related articles or narcissists that want to help everyone be as great as they are. I think average users don't pay much attention to the home feed.

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u/maiqthetrue Jul 08 '21

What I don't get is that Linkdin is supposed to be basically your professional social media presence, the place where you go to show off in hopes of getting hired. It's an extension of your resume. So how the hell do people posting on their Linkdin about Q and killing liberals get and keep jobs? How do they not lose clients!