From the article:

Perhaps curiously, she advocated users of public Wi-Fi should “install a reputable virtual private network (VPN) on your devices to encrypt and secure your data when using the internet.”

Though I’m not sure why “curiously”.

A friend of mine once made a bacon chocolate gelato and it was divine. 10/10 would recommend. And now that you brought it to my mind, I’m jonesing for it…

If that’s the biggest annoyance in your life, I want your life!

There’s also those that sue for political reasons and not for money. Perhaps we need more lawyers to step up and offer their services pro bono to fediverse admins. The admins are volunteering their time for you. Might as well return the favor.

I have a master’s degrees, but I doubt that matters. My experience mirrors yours: five minutes (except for waiting times to get approved). I agree with your conclusion.