::The very idea that there were "secret email lists" is absurd.  The rest of what follows from that assumption is mistaken.   
 :::Why were the lists invitation-only then?  I would be interested in knowing about any actual stalking or harrassment going on, because some of the articles I edit are probably embarrassing to some very powerful people and institutions.  But I wasn't aware of that forum because it was kept well-hidden, and since I became aware of it a week ago I requested admission and haven't heard anything back.  , an admin respected enough to be one of the few to recently be entrusted with Checkuser privileges, describes what really went on on that list here , and it exactly describes how that list was characterized in the Register article. 

 :::Now, you say the rest is mistaken, but, I could easily find several examples to support my assertion, because I observed them firsthand.  Do you want to see them?