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To begin this experimentation with anonymity, the tester set up a new Twitter account, cleverly named “Gnome Chomsky,” and followed a range of right-leaning users known for their controversial views. This was strategic; curating a timeline filled with these perspectives would enhance the likelihood of triggering responses and interactions.
Despite initial hesitations regarding financial costs associated with a verification checkmark, the tester decided to proceed with a $16 subscription to potentially boost their visibility on the platform. The account was born under the premise of pushing leftist ideas into a space perceived as increasingly hostile.