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'"You may have been exposed to harmful extremist content recently. Violent groups try to manipulate your anger and disappointment. You can take action now to protect yourself and others. Get support from experts. Spot the signs, understand the dangers of extremism and hear from people who escaped violent groups," one warning states.
"Are you concerned that someone you know is becoming an extremist? We care about preventing extremism on Facebook. Others in your situation have received confidential support," another says. "How you can help: Hear stories and get advice from people who escaped violent extremist groups." ...'
'"You may have been exposed to harmful extremist content recently. Violent groups try to manipulate your anger and disappointment. You can take action now to protect yourself and others. Get support from experts. Spot the signs, understand the dangers of extremism and hear from people who escaped violent groups," one warning states.
"Are you concerned that someone you know is becoming an extremist? We care about preventing extremism on Facebook. Others in your situation have received confidential support," another says. "How you can help: Hear stories and get advice from people who escaped violent extremist groups." ...'
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Date: 2021-07-02 02:11 (UTC)no subject
Date: 2021-07-02 04:50 (UTC)That said, the warning doesn’t seem creepy or unreasonable, necessarily. I’m afraid, though, that actual Nazis will usually not be interested in quitting, and people who have seen a little “extremist content” will mostly not see themselves as in need of help (often, they will not be), so they may just be offended.