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The Boy Who Could Change the World: The Writings of Aaron Swartz (lemmy.world)

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Just started reading this book this week - and oh boy (pun intended) it is relatable AF.

Really unfortunate that we lost him at so early an age. He really could have changed the world for better.

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[–] Nonameuser678@aussie.zone 2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

The recent BtB episode about him hit me so hard. I feel like I relate a lot to Swartz because I really value knowledge. The episode ultimately made me feel hopeful but with a deep underpinning of sadness. The point Margret and Robert made about his death being a turning point really stood out to me.