I don’t use google and it’s readily available.
Sorry for the late response but I didn't see your post until now. The point isn't whether you can see this thread. You found it because you are a long time member here. The issue is that Google, as the world's dominant search engine, can prevent other people from ever finding it. So, you cursing at the statement “The company controls the flow of information and can amplify or bury stories on a whim” demonstrates that you don't understand how the vast majority of people find information. Their decision to filter information is a threat to our democracy. Your antiquated e-mail chains and isolated discussion forums are all but irrelevant. We have lost elections and will continue to lose elections unless we fix this.