But surely fewer channels means fewer recruits? Ultimately it's about what kind ...

inglor_cz · on Sept 29, 2021

It might also mean "higher quality recruits".

gremloni · on Sept 29, 2021

And that’s okay. Fewer “higher quality” recruits are easier to go after individually.

inglor_cz · on Sept 30, 2021

History says that well-organized, even if smaller movements, have higher chances of achieving their goals.

I can recommend this article about inefficiency of online movements:

gremloni · on Sept 30, 2021

You can say the same about forces that work against the criminals as well except they’re well organized and have larger numbers.

Your link doesn’t take into account if the chilling effect is what leads to ephemeral online hate movements.