When the Digital Divide Comes Full Circle

[Written with the help of ChatGPT - I just love surfing data tsunamis on a keyboard of love and joy.]

For more than four decades I worked to help people from every background cross the digital divide. Today that divide still exists—sometimes in new and unexpected forms. I got my first typewriter as a Christmas present in 1958 from my parents. The first time I touched a computer was in 1970 at the University of Connecticut when I was a freshman there and the internet was only available to the military and colleges. I spent a dozen years in broadcasting in NYC, mostly on computers / word processors.

Beginning in 1984, long before YouTube, social media, or even widespread internet access, I trained people to use computers. Over the years I helped more than 3,000 people learn the skills they needed to participate in a world that was rapidly becoming digital.

For many of them, learning to use a computer opened doors to employment, communication, education, and opportunity. Watching people gain that confidence and independence was some of the most meaningful work of my life.

Decades later, I am still engaged with the digital world. Today I write a blog, run a YouTube channel, and continue advocating for the issues I care about. Recently I decided to take the next step: building an online community where conversations could happen in one place.

After watching Youtube videos, something I still marvel at, remembering when video meant brown magnetic tape. Reading about the platform Skool and studying materials about building communities online, I signed up and began setting up a group. The idea seemed simple: create a space where people interested in my work could gather, discuss ideas, and collaborate.

But I quickly encountered something unexpected.

When creating a community on the platform, the instructions say to “invite three people.” I did exactly that. I sent invitations and expected that once the invitations were sent, I would be able to open the community.

Instead, the system continued to block publishing.

Only after contacting support did I learn that the real requirement was not simply inviting people, but having three people fully join the community before the platform allows it to be published.

The difference between those two instructions—“invite three people” and “three people must join”—may seem small, but in practice it creates a significant barrier.

For someone who has spent decades helping people navigate technology, the experience was striking. It reminded me that the digital divide has not disappeared; it has simply changed form.

In the past, the divide was about access to computers. Today it is often about understanding systems, interfaces, and rules that are not always clearly explained.

When instructions are ambiguous, people can find themselves blocked by software even when they are trying to follow the rules exactly as written.

This experience doesn’t erase the progress technology has made, but it does highlight an important lesson for anyone designing digital platforms: clarity matters. Small wording choices can determine whether someone feels welcomed into a system or locked out of it.

After four decades of helping people cross the digital divide, I find myself once again navigating it—this time from the other side.

Perhaps that is simply the nature of technology: it keeps moving, and we must keep learning how to move with it.

But it is also a reminder that the goal of technology should always be the same one many of us have been working toward for decades: making the digital world more accessible, understandable, and human.

I’m sharing this experience not to criticize any particular platform, but to highlight how small design choices can unintentionally create barriers. If someone from Skool happens to read this, I hope you’ll consider how a simple clarification—changing “invite three people” to “three people must join your community before publishing”—could prevent confusion for many new users. Platforms that help people build communities play an important role in today’s digital world, and clear, human-centered communication makes that mission stronger. I would welcome the opportunity to resolve this situation and continue building a constructive community around the work I care about.

This experience raises a broader question for the technology industry. As more civic life, organizing, and community building move onto digital platforms, the design of those platforms increasingly determines who can participate. Small interface decisions—like unclear instructions or automated gates—can unintentionally exclude the very people who have spent decades working to expand access. If the goal of technology is to empower communities, then usability and clarity are not minor details; they are part of digital equity itself.

Any ideas for generating change at this corporate level, please post your ideas below. 

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High Radiation Exposure and 5G: An Updated Perspective by ChatGPT & Me

 

I asked A.I. ChatGPT to write an  update to the research I did in 2020 

on 5g and covid. Below is the response - both the art and the re-write / update

In 2020, I raised concerns regarding high radiation exposure, particularly in the context of 5G networks, and their potential health implications. Notably, I highlighted the unusual prevalence of blood clots observed in autopsies of COVID-19 patients, speculating on a possible connection with increased electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure due to the widespread deployment of 5G technology. As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic and technological advancements, it is crucial to revisit and update these observations with recent findings and scientific discussions.

**Background: 5G Network and Health Concerns**

The deployment of 5G technology was heralded as a major leap forward in wireless communication, promising faster speeds, reduced latency, and the ability to connect more devices simultaneously. However, the introduction of 5G has also sparked significant debate regarding its potential health risks. The primary concern centers around the higher frequency electromagnetic fields (EMFs) used in 5G networks, which differ from the frequencies used in previous generations of wireless technology.

The FCC’s establishment of Innovation Zones in places like West Harlem and Salt Lake City facilitated the experimental exploration of advanced wireless devices and networks, including 5G. These zones were intended to revolutionize the nation's wireless ecosystem by supporting the development of new technologies and services. However, this rapid deployment also raised concerns about the potential for increased radiation exposure and its health impacts, particularly in densely populated urban areas.

**Initial Observations and Concerns**

In my initial article, I posited that the sudden onset of the COVID-19 pandemic shortly after the rollout of 5G networks could be more than coincidental. Observations of blood clots in COVID-19 patients led me to speculate that what was being labeled as a viral infection might, in part, be a manifestation of chronic EMF exposure. This hypothesis was based on the following points:

1. **Temporal Correlation**: The timing of 5G network activation in major cities, such as New York City, coincided with the early outbreaks of COVID-19. This raised questions about whether increased EMF exposure might contribute to the severity or symptoms of the disease.

2. **Unusual Symptoms**: Many frontline doctors reported that COVID-19 was not behaving like a typical viral infection. The presence of microthrombi (small blood clots) in the lungs and other organs of deceased patients was particularly puzzling and suggested an underlying factor beyond a viral infection.

3. **Potential Mechanisms**: It was hypothesized that non-ionizing radiation from 5G could induce oxidative stress and inflammation, potentially leading to vascular damage and blood clot formation.

**Recent Findings and Developments**

Since 2020, further research and observations have emerged, shedding light on the relationship between EMF exposure, 5G, and health outcomes:

1. **EMF and Biological Effects**: Studies have continued to investigate the biological effects of EMF exposure, with mixed results. While some research indicates potential harmful effects, including oxidative stress and inflammation, other studies have not found conclusive evidence linking EMF exposure to significant health risks at levels emitted by 5G networks.

2. **COVID-19 Pathophysiology**: Extensive research into COVID-19 has identified multiple mechanisms by which the virus causes harm. The endothelial dysfunction and hypercoagulability leading to blood clots are now well-documented aspects of severe COVID-19. These findings have provided a clearer understanding of the disease's pathophysiology, suggesting that the virus itself, rather than EMF exposure, is primarily responsible for these symptoms.

3. **Regulatory and Safety Assessments**: Regulatory bodies, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and various national health agencies, have conducted reviews of the available evidence on EMF exposure and health. These assessments have generally concluded that the EMF levels associated with 5G are within safety guidelines and are unlikely to pose significant health risks. However, these conclusions often come with calls for ongoing research and monitoring.

**Blood Clots and COVID-19: A Closer Look**

The presence of blood clots in COVID-19 patients remains a critical area of study. Current understanding points to several key factors contributing to this phenomenon:

1. **Endothelial Damage**: SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, directly infects endothelial cells lining blood vessels, causing inflammation and damage. This endothelial dysfunction plays a crucial role in the formation of blood clots.

2. **Immune Response**: The immune system's response to the virus can lead to a hypercoagulable state, where the blood's clotting mechanisms are overactive. This is partly due to the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines and other mediators that promote clot formation.

3. **Hypoxia**: Severe COVID-19 often leads to hypoxia (low oxygen levels), which can exacerbate clotting tendencies. Hypoxia-inducible factors (HIFs) are activated under low oxygen conditions, promoting coagulation.

**5G and Health: The Current Consensus**

While concerns about 5G and health persist in some quarters, the current scientific consensus, based on available evidence, does not support a direct link between 5G exposure and COVID-19 symptoms, including blood clots. The key points from recent reviews include:

1. **Regulated Exposure Levels**: 5G networks operate within regulatory limits set by international guidelines, which are designed to protect public health. These guidelines consider both thermal and non-thermal effects of EMF exposure.

2. **Lack of Conclusive Evidence**: Despite extensive research, there is no conclusive evidence that 5G EMF exposure at regulated levels causes significant health effects, including those seen in COVID-19 patients.

3. **Ongoing Research**: The scientific community continues to study the long-term health impacts of EMF exposure, including 5G. This ongoing research is crucial for ensuring public safety and addressing any emerging concerns.

**Moving Forward: Recommendations**

Given the current state of knowledge, it is essential to balance technological advancement with public health considerations. Here are some recommendations for moving forward:

1. **Continued Research**: Support and funding for independent, high-quality research into the health effects of EMF exposure should continue. This includes long-term epidemiological studies and mechanistic research.

2. **Public Transparency**: Regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders should maintain transparency regarding EMF safety assessments and ongoing research. Public communication should be clear and evidence-based to address concerns effectively.

3. **Precautionary Measures**: While the evidence does not currently suggest significant health risks from 5G, precautionary measures such as minimizing unnecessary exposure, particularly in sensitive populations, can be prudent.

4. **Environmental Considerations**: Broader environmental health should be prioritized. This includes addressing other forms of pollution and ensuring that technological advancements do not exacerbate existing environmental health issues.

**Conclusion**

The intersection of COVID-19, 5G, and health concerns presents a complex and evolving landscape. While initial observations raised the possibility of a connection between 5G exposure and COVID-19 symptoms, particularly blood clots, subsequent research has largely attributed these symptoms to the virus itself. However, the importance of ongoing research, public transparency, and precautionary measures cannot be overstated. As we continue to navigate this intersection, it is crucial to remain vigilant and informed, ensuring that technological progress does not come at the expense of public health.

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5G NETWORK EXPERIMENTATION - GENOCIDAL - Poverty pimps are still pimping death. Lousy, no good, vile, evil, fracking, low life slithering poverty pimps in Harlem sold the people out again like they did when they surrounded her with 5 open sewers, before that Iran Contra crack, and now "coronavirus" my black ass - "experimental exploration of robust new wireless devises..." tech fried! Industry and government are doing radiation experiments on us and many are dying of small blood clots called coronavirus.

This article below says the East Harlem Innovation Zone (the wireless industry excrement pockets are doing one in Salt Lake City too) "will enable experimental exploration of robust new wireless devices, communication techniques, networks, systems, and services that will revolutionize the nation’s wireless ecosystem..."

5g was turned on in December/January, shortly after Trump moved out of New York. When did the pandemic hit? Was Christmas / New Year consumed with this pandemic in the USA? What if we turn off the fracking us 5G?

What's called the coronavirus is not behaving like a virus according to many front line doctors. Common sense demands we at least consider that the problem is chronic exposure to excess EMF / ionizing and non-ionizing radiation that is being nano-pulsed. Let science discuss, openly and equally funded, what is causing the blood clots that are killing people.

The virus looks like a cell in a state of explosion to me. How about you? Could it be an effect of the microwave (non-ionizing) radiation we're exposing ourselves to? The pandemic may not be the result of you and me, but the new 5G on top of all the excess radiation.

Maybe we are being manipulated to blame each other rather than reduce the excess radiation, the cause of a lot of dollars changing hands. Let's stop this divide and conquer drama. We are life. Let's do what supports life, like keeping the EMF / radiation at manageable levels.

Maybe between microwave ovens, the power plants, smart meters, satellites, 2g, 3g, 4g, now 5G wireless communications... we've exceeded our body's radiation / EMF processing capabilities.

Is it too much to ask that this issue be publicly reviewed?

The solution could be as simple as addressing our environmental, radiation and other pollution problems by restoring balance, clean this place up.

We've gone from air pollution to e-smog. That's not progress.

My wonderful Aunt Ethel has a phrase 'Stupid Satan'

Those stupid satanic pimps of Harlem, who as was done in the Tuskegee Experiment, are testing 5G radiation on unsuspecting populations (not just Harlem) without realizing it will come back on them when the radiation level is raised.

Here's their plan as stated - straight from the H.N.I.C.'s (expletive deleted) - notice the research is for Advanced Wireless Research - having nothing to do with is it safe.

" National Science Foundation’s Platform for Advanced Wireless Research formally proposed these particular Innovation Zones, saying they “will enable experimental exploration of robust new wireless devices, communication techniques, networks, systems, and services that will revolutionize the nation’s wireless ecosystem, thereby enhancing broadband connectivity, leveraging the emerging Internet of Things (IoT), and sustaining US leadership and economic competitiveness for decades to come.”

In New York City, the Innovation Zone will support COSMOS (Cloud Enhanced Open Software Defined Mobile Wireless Testbed for City-Scale Deployment). COSMOS, located in West Harlem, will be run jointly by Rutgers University, Columbia University, and New York University, in partnership with the City of New York.""

How do we stop this genocide of unbridled radiation testing?

How do we stop pretending not to know why PubMed studies are being ignored by the FCC?

Is coronavirus really a radiation / electro-hypersensitivity injury rather than a sickness?

Here's some vetting steps for what I've written.

Check the placement of the 5G & 4G towers in Harlem. Do the same thing in Holyoke, Mass where there are many deaths in a nursing home there and Window Rock, Arizona where the Native American reservation is. Expand to the leading countries of coronavirus cases and when 5g was turned on like China, Italy, Spain, Morocco and the USA. WARNING: 'The coincidence is too precise to ignore.'

Write what you see and share your observations. I'm not trying to sell you anything, just we have to work together to stay out of the gates to hell, too much radiation. That heat can kill folks, if not already doing so.

Yeah I'm a hot lady but damn!

Like lobsters is a point of slowly heated water, those of us who are able, including us, must get out of the pot and turn the fire this time off now!

https://www.harlemworldmagazine.com/fcc-creates-east.../