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If a private lawyer sends you a letter and tells you not to quote or discuss it, that's not a legal requirement. Sending a letter to a stranger doesn't create a confidential relationship. You wouldn't believe it if the letter promised you 50 million dollars as long as you kept the matter confidential and provided access to your checking account; don't believe it here. Chillingeffects.org is a good place to learn more, and even maintains a database of threat letters submitted by recipients.
Publicity, of course, has costs and benefits, but it should be considered on its own merits, not distorted by threats.
Publicity, of course, has costs and benefits, but it should be considered on its own merits, not distorted by threats.