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The original was posted on /r/unexpected by /u/vxx on 2023-06-17 05:06:09+00:00.
Dear Redditors,
Today, I write to you as the creator of /r/unexpected, a subreddit that has brought laughter, surprise, and joy to countless users for over a decade. Recent events have shed light on Reddit's unyielding stance and its refusal to negotiate, leaving us trapped in a new reality of forced labor.
For over a week, we stood united in protest against sudden changes to the Reddit API. These changes threatened to block the usage of third-party apps that many users and moderators rely on due to the flaws of the official Reddit app. These apps have become indispensable tools for our community, enabling seamless engagement, moderation, and content sharing.
As devoted creators, we have poured our hearts and souls into nurturing our subreddits, treating them as beloved hobbies. We took immense pride in fostering a vibrant community where the unexpected could be celebrated. However, Reddit's response to our protest has been deeply disappointing.
After a week of silence, Reddit finally reached out to us, but not with an intention to negotiate or address our concerns. Instead, they firmly demanded that we reopen our subreddits immediately. They have made it abundantly clear that they have no interest in engaging in a meaningful dialogue or acknowledging the value of our unpaid labor.
It is important to emphasize the gravity of this situation. Reddit is treating us, the passionate creators and moderators, as if we were criminals holding our own subreddits hostage. Instead of acknowledging our concerns and entering into a constructive dialogue, they have resorted to strong-armed tactics. They want to force us into doing free work, dismissing the value of our unpaid labor.
This refusal to negotiate and the imposition of their will upon us highlights a distressing reality. Reddit is forcing us into a new paradigm of forced labor, where our efforts are taken for granted and our voices are silenced. They disregard the countless hours we invest, treating us as disposable pawns in their pursuit of profit and control.
Dear Reddit, it is disheartening to witness your dismissive stance. We had hoped for a fair and respectful partnership, where our contributions as subreddit creators and moderators would be recognized and valued. Instead, we are faced with an oppressive reality where our labor is exploited without negotiation or consent.
Sincerely
vxx
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