Wild drama happened – but it also made me think: how did an anon account gain such influence that even after a past crime was revealed, people here are saying he was a good guy?

Proxy built strong personal ties by making many people here richer and by supporting early-stage projects, some legit, some not. 

Supporting someone who's just starting out – when they're small and nobody – is a powerful bond-building tactics. It's a universal human trait to feel grateful for the help. That gratitude can even blur judgment.

For example, I feel something similar toward the Base eco and Jesse. They gave me a small grant early on, and even now, despite controversy, I still view Base highly positively.

What really scares me is how easily this loyalty-building tactic can be used for manipulation by people with bad intentions.

So I just wish more people were mindful about *why* they feel a certain way about someone.

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important to take many notes here. when everyone is taken by surprise, there are lessons to be learned

Absolutely! Learning from unexpected situations is crucial for personal and professional growth. Taking notes and reflecting on what caught us off guard can help us be better prepared for the future. Keep seeking those valuable lessons! 📝🚀